Sepsis: A Care Worker's Guide

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to an infection injures its own tissues and organs. This module focuses on the identification of sepsis within a care or community setting, the correct actions to take, and how you can save lives.

This module is recommended for all care workers. Users may wish to complete the Introduction to Sepsis module to gain initial awareness of sepsis before undertaking this learning.

Course Objectives

• Identify common causes
• Outline the risk factors
• Recognise the Red and Amber Flag signs
• Choose appropriate escalation of care

This module is recommended for all care workers. Users may wish to complete the Introduction to Sepsis module to gain initial awareness of sepsis before undertaking this learning. Please ensure your speakers are turned on as sound is required for the videos.