Case Study
To satisfy the requirements of the TSP — Emergency program, you are required to complete a written assignment. This assignment must demonstrate comprehension and analysis of a complex patient presentation to the ED — the septic patient.

ASSIGNMENT
Read the case study over page. Address the following in your assignment:
Discuss the pathophysiology
Outline your initial nursing assessment including primary assessment and second assessment C.
Interpret the values seen in Roger’s venous blood gas in relation to his presenAtion
Discuss six management priorities specific to the septic patient including the rationale