OB Sepsis

Take a Risk

100

I have a foul odor and can cause mayhem including maternal fever and, in turn, fetal tachycardia. 

What is Chorioamnionitis?

200

I have been broken for an extended period of time and can lead to mayhem like chorioamnionitis.

What is prolonged rupture of membranes?

300

Unfortunately, as a maternal patient my race puts me at greater risk for sepsis (and other complications) :( 

What is Black race?

400

I went home following this procedure clean, dry, and intact. However, I have returned oozing and warm to the touch. 

What is a C/S incision?

500

I lay in wait as a common bacteria, but pose the most lethal risk to perinatal patients. 

What is Group A Streptococcus?

Red Flags

100

Just like Golidlocks, I don't want to be too hot ( >100.4) or too cold (<98.6).

What is body temperature?

200

A value of >15,000 or < 4,000 is not a WHITE flag, it's a red one. 

What is WBC?

300

Due to an increased blood volume, perinatal patients can have a higher than normal resting heart rate. But this rate (and higher) is a red flag for me.  

What is >110?

400

The universe knows if you actually counted your respirations ;) This rate is a red flag when assessing for sepsis. 

What is >24?

500

When conducting a sepsis screen, _____ or more present elements is considered positive. 

What is 2?

The 1 Hour Bundle

100

I am a product of anaerobic metabolism. 

What is Lactic Acid?

200

We are co-dependent BFFs and must be collected/sent together. 

What are Blood Cultures?

300

I am given as a bolus replacement with a recommendation of _____ml/kg. 

What is 30?

400

A mean arterial pressure of ____ or greater is required for adequate tissue perfusion. 

What is 65?

500

Another dynamic duo- together, we cover about 90% of perinatal sources of infection. 

What are Ampicillin and Gentamycin?