To understand the definition of sepsis it is first necessary to understand following concepts:
Sepsis: illness secondary to infection (proven or suspected).
Severe sepsis: Sepsis plus organ disorder.
Septic shock: Sepsis plus shock.
Sepsis can be rapidly fatal and there are several interventions, which if performed in a timely manner, can improve the prognosis of a child The six vital interventions, which should be performed within 1 hour of the diagnosis of sepsis being made include:
