WEBINAR - The Shocking Truth Surrounding Sepsis (NW240227A)

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SubjectMedical Emergencies
DescriptionRecognise the early signs of Sepsis. This webinar will provide a prehospital perspective for dental clinicians.
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Cost

NHS Dentist - £15

NHS DCP - £10

NON NHS Dentist - £30

NON NHS DCP - £20

VenueMS Teams, Webinar  View details
Date & timeTuesday 27 February 2024, 13:00 to 14:00
LecturerDave Knibbs  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeB, C
Course styleLecture
Core topicMedical Emergencies
Catering None
CPD hours1:00
Cost£10.00
Aims
  • To be able to identify moderate and severe infection which may lead to life threatening sepsis.
  • Raise awareness around sepsis and promote health and wellbeing before symptoms progress.
Objectives
  • Determine the values of ‘Red Flag Sepsis’ in an adult.
  • Define sepsis.
  • How sepsis evolves (stages of sepsis)
  • Causes of sepsis.
  • The signs and symptoms of sepsis.
  • Assessment of the patient.
  • Infection? DO NOT delay in seeking medical assistance/treatment.
  • Sepsis pitfalls.
  • Vulnerable groups to be aware of sepsis.
  • Use NEWS 2 to aid identification of sepsis.
  • 2 scenarios around how to use NEWS 2.
  • Future: Continue awareness and training around sepsis.
Learning outcomes

Delegates will be able to:

  • Classify what sepsis is.
  • Identify the main causes of severe infection leading to sepsis.
  • Recognise how sepsis evolves and which groups of people are most vulnerable.