SCCM Resource Library-Pro/Con Debate: Electronic Diagnosis of Sepsis: Getting It Right or Overkill?

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The session was a pro-con debate on the electronic diagnosis of sepsis. Dr. Jonathan Savransky argued in favor of electronic sepsis alerts, stating that standardized care and electronic alerts can improve outcomes for patients with sepsis. He emphasized the importance of recognizing sepsis early and ensuring that patients receive timely treatment. He also acknowledged the challenges and limitations of electronic alerts, such as alarm fatigue and the risk of overdiagnosis and overtreatment.<br /><br />On the other hand, Ms. Rhonda D'Agostino presented the cons of electronic sepsis diagnosis. She discussed the difficulties of capturing accurate and precise data in the electronic medical record, as well as the challenges of complying with mandatory reporting requirements. She also highlighted the high costs associated with implementing and maintaining electronic alert systems.<br /><br />Both speakers agreed that there is a need for improving sepsis care, but differed in their opinions on the effectiveness of electronic sepsis alerts. Dr. Savransky argued that electronic alerts can be a useful tool in improving the recognition of sepsis and ensuring that patients receive appropriate care. Ms. D'Agostino, on the other hand, cautioned that electronic alerts may not be the perfect solution and that more research and evaluation is needed to determine their efficacy.<br /><br />Overall, the debate highlighted the complexity of implementing electronic sepsis alerts and the importance of considering the specific needs and challenges of each healthcare institution. There is a need for further research and innovation in this area to improve sepsis care and patient outcomes.

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Sepsis, Administration, 2020

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The Society of Critical Care Medicine's Critical Care Congress features internationally renowned faculty and content sessions highlighting the most up-to-date, evidence-based developments in critical care medicine. This is a presentation from the 2020 Critical Care Congress held February 16-19, 2020, in Orlando, Florida, USA.

Learning Objectives

Assess the pros of having a real-time sepsis clinical alert
Assess the cons of having a real-time sepsis clinical alert
Compare strategies for handling real-time sepsis alerts

Pro: Electronic Sepsis Alerts Improve Outcomes

Jonathan E. Sevransky

Con: Electronic Sepsis Alerts Are Overkill

Rhonda L. D'Agostino

Panel Discussion

Rhonda L. D'Agostino
Jonathan E. Sevransky

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Knowledge Area Sepsis

Knowledge Area Administration

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Tag Monitoring

Year 2020

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electronic diagnosis

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electronic sepsis alerts

improve outcomes

early recognition

challenges

limitations

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patient outcomes

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Sepsis Resources

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