This session explores issues connected to sepsis in the gerontological patient population. A review of the new guidelines for care is discussed and the implications for patients are shared.
Contact hours available until 9/21/2015.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Speakers have no disclosures to declare.
Planning Committee members have no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
This educational activity has been co-provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. and GAPNA.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number, CEP 5387.
Objectives:
- Discuss the clinical presentation and management of sepsis in the older adult.
- Identify changes in the new international guidelines for sepsis care.
- Highlight the implications of the new sepsis guidelines for advanced practice nurses.