THE ROLE OF THE NURSE IN IDENTIFICATION AND PREVENTION OF SEPSIS IN PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNITS
THE ROLE OF THE NURSE IN IDENTIFICATION AND PREVENTION OF SEPSIS IN PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNITS

Summary/Abstract: Nurses have a fundamental role in control and prevention of neonatal sepsis by following protocols, ethical norms and standards of good nursing practice. The lack of human resources has significant impact on intensive nursing care and to the quality of care. According to the WHO and according to scientific publications, in 2017 there were 48.8 million cases of sepsis and 11 million deaths related to sepsis, which represents almost 20% of all deaths worldwide. In 2017, almost half of the cases of sepsis were in children. The aim of the article is to focus on the main points of intensive care based on guidelines for neonatal and pediatric intensive care. As specialists who are close to the patient, nurses must have the necessary knowledge about the mechanisms of transmission of infections, know the main sources of contamination, follow the principles of asepsis when performing invasive procedures, observe the working concentration of antiseptic solutions for treatment. on surfaces, equipment and tools, to prepare medicines in strict compliance with the dose prescribed by a doctor, to use personal protective equipment and to perform proper hygienic treatment and disinfection of their hands. Materials amd methods: This article provides an overview of the main points of pediatric intensive care and prevention of sepsis. Results: Healthcare professionals are responsible not only for caring for patients, but also for taking a responsible approach for preventing the spread of infection by following guidelines. Neonatal sepsis is one of the most common causes of morbidity and mortality in newborns. This is one of the most common reasons for hospitalization of newborns in developed countries. Reducing neonatal mortality due to sepsis requires in-depth analysis of the problem, knowledge of epidemiology and risk factors, and early diagnosis and treatment are essential.

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