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Collecting blood and other potential source cultures plays a critical role in sepsis care. This guides teams in pathogen identification and treatment decisions.

When? - As soon as possible - and before administration of antimicrobial
What? - Blood and other potential sources of infection
How? - Blood cultures - collect two sets from two sites at two different times; all cultures - follow proper aseptic technique and skin prep to avoid contamination
Why? - To help confirm sepsis diagnosis, prevent administration of unnecessary antimicrobials, optimize treatment methods, and more

Today we’re focusing on the “When” - timing is everything in sepsis care. Check out the visual to go more in depth.

Which part of culture collection do you see most often overlooked: When, What, How, or Why?

Evidence-based care plans depend on recognizing the early warning signs. By tracking progression from SIRS through Septic Shock, teams can communicate changes clearly and act without delay.

Take a look at this scenario!

If you could give one piece of advice to a new clinician about recognizing sepsis progression, what would it be?

Knowledge saves lives - and recognizing the global impact of sepsis makes our care even stronger.

This September, we’re launching a Sepsis Awareness Month series to share key insights, statistics, and best practices to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge they need to act fast and improve outcomes. Follow along to learn more.

𝐀𝐬 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐛, - serving as a precursor to serious cardiovascular events such as stroke, heart failure, and myocardial infarction – healthcare teams must be proactive in diabetes prevention, diagnosis, and effective management.

𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐥𝐲𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐚, a timely and comprehensive five-course, online series designed to equip healthcare providers with evidence-based best practices and skills needed to improve competency in care delivery, meet rigorous standards, and drive continuous quality improvement.

Whether on the front lines of patient care or working behind the scenes to support clinical excellence, 𝐆𝐥𝐲𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐚 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐨𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡.

Our paper on NIHSS+ and its impact on stroke education is now available!

We are eager to share our findings with the public, as we believe this work will contribute to improving stroke education and enhancing understanding among healthcare professionals.

👉 Read the full paper here:https://cdn.nihss.plus/StrokeJournalPublication-NewMedia.pdf

We look forward to engaging with the community and receiving valuable feedback to further refine our efforts in this important area. Thank you for your support and interest!

The hospital ACS program team is comprised of interdisciplinary representatives committed to improving care planning, coordination, and delivery of care for the patients and communities it serves.

The Chest Pain/ACS Program Coordinator leads the program using current chest pain and ACS guidelines, developing goals, policies, and procedures to ensure best practices. They collaborate with internal teams to improve care through data analysis and education, and partner with marketing to promote the program locally and regionally.

Test your cardiac knowledge!! Post your answer in the comments.

As we wrap up our series on the three types of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS):
1. Unstable Angina
2. Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome (NSTE-ACS)
3. ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)

Let’s now take a closer look at STEMI.

Keep following along as we explore the three types of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS):
1. Unstable Angina
2. Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome (NSTE-ACS)
3. ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)

Now, let’s take a closer look at NSTE-ACS.

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) refers to a spectrum of conditions compatible with acute myocardial ischemia and infarction, due to an abrupt reduction in coronary blood flow.

ACS is divided into three main types:
1. Unstable Angina
2. Non-ST-Elevation Acute Coronary Syndrome (NSTE-ACS)
3. ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)

Now, let’s take a closer look at unstable angina!

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Let us reflect with gratitude on their legacy, and keep their families and loved ones in our hearts.

Thank you to all who served — and especially to those who gave all.

Text your stroke knowledge!!!! Post your answer in the comments.