Pediatric sepsis: a case study Journal Article


Authors: Umbriaco, F.; Andreoni, C
Article Title: Pediatric sepsis: a case study
Abstract: Abdominal pain with vomiting is a common pediatric complaint in the emergency department setting that can lead to a more insidious disease state. The article depicts a case study of a 21-month-old male child presenting with these signs and symptoms that ultimately resulted in a diagnosis of septic shock. The importance of physical assessment, rapid response to findings with time-constrained empirical interventions, the relevance of pediatric sepsis to the provider, the consideration of access to health care, and a holistic approach to treatment of the patient and the family are highlighted. The application and explanation of evidence-based guidelines is also depicted in the management of the patient.
Journal Title: Advanced emergency nursing journal
Volume: 35
Issue: 4
ISSN: 1931-4493; 1931-4485
Publisher: Unknown  
Journal Place: United States
Date Published: 2013
Start Page: 303
End Page: 313
Language: eng
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Notes: JID: 101285075; ppublish