Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
Venue:
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
Claim Points
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
KUTRRH
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
Claim Points
Optimizing outcomes in sepsis
Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
Venue:
KUTRRH
KUTRRH
Description
Define Sepsis and Septic Shock Understand the clinical definitions and diagnostic criteria for sepsis and septic shock.
Objectives
Define Sepsis and Septic Shock
Understand the clinical definitions and diagnostic criteria for sepsis and septic shock.
Explain the Pathogenesis of Sepsis
Review the mechanisms of dysregulated host response and organ dysfunction.
Discuss Screening and Identification Tools
Learn how to use SOFA, qSOFA, NEWS, MEWS, and SIRS for early detection.
Review Causes and Sources of Sepsis
Identify common pathogens and infection sources (bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic).
Outline Evidence-Based Management Strategies
Apply Surviving Sepsis Guidelines for timely antimicrobial therapy and resuscitation.
Evaluate Adjunctive and Novel Therapies
Understand the role of Ulinastatin, albumin, sodium bicarbonate, vitamin K, and blood transfusion.
Analyze Case Presentation for Practical Application
Integrate clinical assessment, investigations, and multidisciplinary care in real scenarios.
Highlight Follow-Up and Monitoring
Use clinical scoring systems and biomarkers (CRP, PCT) for ongoing evaluation.
Presenters
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Dr.
Miriam Gatehi
Dr.