The second week of February marks Sepsis Survivor Week, a time to reflect on the importance of recognizing, preventing and treating sepsis. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that claims over 250,000 lives annually in the U.S. alone, making it one of the leading causes of preventable deaths in hospitals. It can develop from any infection, and when not treated quickly, it can lead to organ failure, amputation or even death.
What is patient safety? This video explains.