Sepsis in Newborn

In this lesson, we will discuss Sepsis in the Newborn, the causes and risk factors, and how this emergent issue  affects the newborn. We will discuss assessments and the priority nursing interventions.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this lesson, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe Sepsis in the Newborn and 1-2 common causes
2. Describe why this is an emergent issue
3. Describe 2-3 risk factors for Sepsis in the Newborn, 2 signs and symptoms, and 2-3 priority nursing interventions