Thursday, October 9, 2014

SIRS-systemic inflammatory response syndrome

 SIRS: At least 2 conditions:
  1. T>38'C @ <36'C
  2. Heart rate >90
  3. Respiratory Rate >20 @ PaCO2<32mmhg
  4. White cell counts >12k/mm3  @ <4k/mm3, @ >10% immature band form
Pic & further info from: http://nrsged.wikispaces.com/6.+SIRS+vs+Sepsis