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Overview
Since severe sepsis is a major
cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world and
is a continual challenge to critical care practitioners, a
great deal of research has been devoted to the elucidation
of the biological mechanisms underlying this condition. Over
the past decade, many molecular findings have increased our
understanding of the pathophysiology at each of the stages
of sepsis (sepsis, severe sepsis and septic shock). Each level
of sepsis brings with it increased severity, organ damage,
and supportive therapy requirements. Therefore recognizing,
diagnosing,+ and treating sepsis earlier in the disease process
is necessary to successfully reduce patient mortality.
In this interactive course, we will highlight
the current definitions and stages of sepsis. Additionally,
this course will provide the learner with a comprehensive
overview of disease pathophysiology, symptomatology, and epidemiology
in order to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course,
you will be able to:
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Understand the defining criteria and clinical
features of sepsis and related conditions
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Appreciate the epidemiology of sepsis
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Learn the fundamental pathophysiology of
severe sepsis and septic shock
- Develop a structure approach to management
of the patient with severe sepsis
Target Audience
This CME activity is beneficial for physicians specializing in cardiopulmonary and critical care medicine and other healthcare providers who manage patients with severe sepsis.
Learner Participation to Earn Credit
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Review the course material
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Complete the online post-test with a score
of 70% or higher
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Complete online program evaluation
Faculty Disclosures
 Curtis
N. Sessler, MD, FCCP, FCCM [BioSketch]
Professor of Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University; Medical
Director, Critical Care, Medical College of Virginia Hospitals,
Richmond, VA
Disclosure: Speaker’s bureau: Eli Lilly and Company.
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Accreditation Statement
The American College of Chest Physicians
(ACCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education
for physicians. The ACCP takes responsibility for the content,
quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
CME Credit
The
ACCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of
1 category 1 credit toward the AMA Physician's Recognition
Award. Each physician should claim only those credits that
he/she actually spent in the activity.
Only US licensed physicians will be awarded
AMA PRA category 1 credit. All others, including international
licensed physicians, will receive a certificate of course
completion.
Accreditation Period
This program was initially published on
April 28, 2003 and is eligible for credit through December 31,
2004.
Disclaimer
As a sponsor accredited by ACCME, the ACCP must ensure balance,
independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its
individually sponsored and jointly sponsored educational activities.
All faculty participating in this activity are expected to
disclose to the activity audience any or no significant financial
interest or other relationship (1) with the manufacturer(s)
of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial
services discussed in an educational presentation, and/or
(2) with any commercial supporters of the activity. It remains
for the audience to determine whether the speaker's interests
or relationships may influence the presentation with regard
to exposition or conclusion. Disclosure of any or no relationships
will be made available during this activity.
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