Determinants of sepsis knowledge: a representative survey of the elderly population in Germany.

Sarah EitzeCarolin Fleischmann-StruzekCornelia BetschKonrad Reinhartnull null

Published in: Critical care (London, England) (2018)

Despite overall awareness of sepsis, the understanding of its risk factors, symptoms and prevention is low in the elderly, with important implications for emergency and intensive care. We suggest further educational measures to improve early sepsis recognition and prevention through vaccination.

Keyphrases

septic shock
acute kidney injury
intensive care unit
risk factors
healthcare
middle aged
cross sectional
emergency department
community dwelling