September is sepsis awareness month and it reminds us of the importance of swift detection of the potentially life-threatening infection. In my role as nurse consultant, I have taken the lead in sepsis performance at a few organisations. This has included audits, which identify how serious the condition is, and how important early identification and treatment are to prevent life-changing complications and fatal disease progression.
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