Vitamin C in Preventing Organ Dysfunction in Sepsis Patients
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
List all Project Mentors & Advisor(s)
Jennifer Coleman, MSN, RN, FNP-C; Lori Ballard, MSN, RN
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
This evidence based project provides an overview of published data regarding the improvement of sepsis outcomes using vitamin C therapy. Sepsis is the body’s overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death (Sepsis Alliance, 2018, p.1). The current standardized treatment for sepsis is called the 1-hour bundle, which includes: lactate level measurement, blood cultures, fluid resuscitation, vasopressors, and broad-spectrum antibiotics. New research shows promising results in using high doses of Intravenous vitamin C early in treatment to prevent progressive organ dysfunction. It is hoped this study will promote further trials to validate the treatments effectiveness.
Fall Scholars Week 2018 Event
Evidence Based Best Practices in Clinical Healthcare
Vitamin C in Preventing Organ Dysfunction in Sepsis Patients
This evidence based project provides an overview of published data regarding the improvement of sepsis outcomes using vitamin C therapy. Sepsis is the body’s overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death (Sepsis Alliance, 2018, p.1). The current standardized treatment for sepsis is called the 1-hour bundle, which includes: lactate level measurement, blood cultures, fluid resuscitation, vasopressors, and broad-spectrum antibiotics. New research shows promising results in using high doses of Intravenous vitamin C early in treatment to prevent progressive organ dysfunction. It is hoped this study will promote further trials to validate the treatments effectiveness.