WB2420 Emerging Perspectives About Neonatal Sepsis Course
WB2420 Emerging Perspectives About Neonatal Sepsis Course is organized by National Certification Corporation (NCC).The Course has been Approved for a Maximum of Contact Hours: 10.00 Credits
Expiration: 12/31/2024
Content Outline:
• Biomarker Use in the Diagnosis of Neonatal Sepsis
• Early-Onset Sepsis in the Term Newborn
Objectives:
• Recognize the characteristics of the ideal biomarker for neonatal sepsis and explain the shortcomings of existing biomarkers in detection of sepsis prior to the onset of clinical signs
• Define the characteristics of early-onset and late-onset sepsis in the neonate and contrast the key risk factors for development of each form as well as the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment approaches
• Outline the assessment strategies described to identify at-risk neonates and summarize the clinical actions recommended including empirical and definitive antibiotic treatment recommendations
