Improving Diagnosis and Management of Sepsis in Emergency Care: The Role of Rapid Laboratory Testing and Pharmacological Intervention

Authors: Asma A. Alzahrani, Bader S. Alshammari, Nawaf F. Alharbi, Abdullah M. Alquaid, Nada A. Alotaibi, Ali M. Algublan, Hana M. Alsayegh, Alanood A. Alzuhair

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14274506

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8tnfh

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt recognition and treatment to improve patient outcomes. This study, conducted in a tertiary hospital, aimed to evaluate the impact of rapid laboratory testing and pharmacological interventions on sepsis management, with a focus on early diagnosis, treatment initiation, and patient survival. A retrospective observational design was employed, analyzing patient records from January 2017 to December 2017. The findings indicate that early administration of antibiotics, facilitated by rapid point-of-care testing (POCT), significantly improved survival rates and reduced in-hospital mortality. Pharmacist involvement in optimizing antimicrobial therapy further reduced hospital stays and improved patient outcomes. These results highlight the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the effective management of sepsis.

Keywords: Sepsis, Rapid Laboratory Testing, Pharmacological Intervention, Early Diagnosis, Point-of-Care Testing, Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Paper Id: 231759

Published On: 2018-07-10

Published In: Volume 6, Issue 4, July-August 2018

Cite This: Improving Diagnosis and Management of Sepsis in Emergency Care: The Role of Rapid Laboratory Testing and Pharmacological Intervention - Asma A. Alzahrani, Bader S. Alshammari, Nawaf F. Alharbi, Abdullah M. Alquaid, Nada A. Alotaibi, Ali M. Algublan, Hana M. Alsayegh, Alanood A. Alzuhair - IJIRMPS Volume 6, Issue 4, July-August 2018. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14274506

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