Keywords
Health Education
Clinical Protocol
Medical Education
Early Diagnosis
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Abstract
The aim was to report on the teaching experience regarding sepsis, to empower future physicians in the recognition and management of this condition. This is an experience report from the first class of an extracurricular course organized by medical students, focusing on Internal Medicine. The definition, epidemiology, and pillars of sepsis management were addressed: prevention, early recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation. Concepts such as infection, SIRS, septic shock, and organ dysfunction were detailed. A care protocol was presented, including a diagnostic checklist, initial examinations, management, and antibiotic therapy. Subsequently, the students analyzed a clinical case, applying the protocol to identify diagnostic criteria, procedures, examinations, and treatment. Protocols for children and pregnant women, risks of fluid expansion, and antibiotic use were also discussed, demonstrating a deeper understanding of the topic and the students' preparedness. The experience demonstrated that teaching critical topics improves clinical skills, highlighting the introduction of NEWS, which reinforced the importance of early recognition and management of sepsis. Thus, the lesson enabled students to identify and treat this condition, preparing them for real-life situations.
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