Sepsis Awareness
This half-day interactive course provides healthcare and support staff with the essential knowledge to identify, understand, and respond to sepsis. Participants will learn to recognise the signs and symptoms of sepsis, understand the associated risks and complications, and gain awareness of relevant screening tools and documentation. The session supports early identification and effective escalation procedures, vital in improving outcomes for individuals affected by sepsis.
| Course Number | Course Validity | Course Duration | Course Assessment | Course Accreditation | Course Approvals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | 3 Years | 3 Hours | Continuous | - | - |
- Welcome, registration, housekeeping and ice breaker
- Aims and objectives overview
- What is sepsis? Definitions, facts and figures
- Common causes and sources of infection
- Identifying who is at risk
- RESTORE2 and RESTORE2 Mini documentation
- Recognising soft signs and early indicators
- Clinical tools: NEWS and NEWS2 scores
- SBARD communication tool
- Diagnosing and treating sepsis
- Complications and escalation protocols
- Recovery and Post-Sepsis Syndrome
- Video and group discussion
- Recap and Q&A
- Evaluation and handouts
