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Question 1

Why should the nurse identify interventions to prevent the development of sepsis in an older patient?
◦ Mortality rates from sepsis are 70% worldwide.
◦ Sepsis rates rise sharply with age.
◦ If managed early and aggressively, the majority of patients with sepsis may be managed outside of the ICU environment.
◦ The guidelines provided by the Surviving Sepsis Campaign are expected to decrease the incidence of sepsis.

Question 2

What are the two most common sources of infection that can lead to sepsis when caring for an older patient?
◦ Skin infections and diabetes
◦ Traumatic wounds and abdominal surgeries
◦ Pneumonia and urinary tract infections
◦ Surgical incisions and abdominal wounds
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