Recognising sepsis and why low – and even normal – body temperature can be significant: Fever does not always go hand-in-hand with sepsis, in fact, lower core body temperature is associated with poorer outcomes. Find out how to ensure clues are not missed in observations

  • Published In: Nursing Standard, 2024, v. 39, n. 11. P. 11 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Oxtoby, Kathy 3 of 3

Abstract

Changes in body temperature are a characteristic feature of sepsis. Often this means a rise in temperature or fever as the body attempts to fight the infection. But in some cases, especially in the later stages of sepsis, patients may develop low body temperature. While this is less common, it is associated with poorer outcomes, so it is important to be on the lookout for low as well as high temperatures when considering potential sepsis cases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Nursing Standard. 2024/11, Vol. 39, Issue 11, p11
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0029-6570
  • DOI:10.7748/ns.39.11.11.s4
  • Accession Number:180701484
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