Medication and Fluid Management of Pediatric Sepsis and Septic Shock

• 2022

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• Lauren Burgunder; Caroline Heyrend; Jared Olson; Chanelle Stidham; Roni Lane; Jennifer Workman; Gitte Larsen
PMID: 35307800DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40272-022-00497-z

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This article describes how to treat children with sepsis and septic shock using medicines and fluids. It explains the importance of giving fluids early, choosing the right antibiotics quickly, and using medications to support blood pressure if needed. It also covers watching for side effects from treatments and adjusting care based on each child’s needs. The goal is to help doctors give fast, safe care so children can recover better from these serious infections.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Child; Drug Therapy; Fluid Therapy; Infant; Shock, Septic; Adolescent; Sepsis

Institutions: Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital; University of Utah

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