How Do You Recognize Signs And Symptoms Of Sepsis?
Sepsis is an infection of the blood where the entire body becomes inflamed. Another term used for sepsis is blood poisoning. When bacteria and their products enter the bloodstream, this is when sepsis occurs. The body over produces microscopic clots in response to the infections, which causes the blood to not flow normally through your organs. Step 1 First, check your heart rate. A high heart rate can be a sign. Tachycardia(high heart rate) is when the heart is beating over 90 beats per minute at rest. Have someone check your pulse for you if you are not able. Step 2 Next, check your breathing. Increased respirations can constitute an infection. This is over 20 breaths per minute at rest. Step 3 Now, check your temperature. Anything high, over 101, or low, below 94, can indicate an infection. Step 4 Check to see if you may be dizzy or feeling like you can not control your limbs. Step 5 Note any infection you may have had. This could be pneumonia or a urinary tract infection that has ca
