Od-040769 qSOFA Screening Tool for Early Sepsis Identification
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Type
On Demand

Credit
No
Description
This course provides nurses with essential knowledge on the quick Sequential Organ Failure Assessment ... show more
This course provides nurses with essential knowledge on the quick Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (qSOFA) tool. Participants will learn how to identify patients at risk for clinical deterioration from sepsis using bedside criteria. The course covers when and how to apply qSOFA, interpret results, and initiate appropriate next steps in care escalation. This education is designed to strengthen early recognition skills and support improved patient outcomes outside of critical care settings.
show lessObjectives
- Define qSOFA and explain its purpose in early sepsis identification.
- Describe the next steps following a positive qSOFA, including escalation of care and communication with the healthcare team.
- Identify when to apply qSOFA screening in the clinical setting.
- Interpret qSOFA scores and determine appropriate nursing actions based on results.
- List the three qSOFA criteria and the scoring thresholds.
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Elena Huang
Organization
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital