Sepsis Awareness Quiz

What is sepsis?

• A medical emergency that needs treatment right away

• A type of vaccine

• A mild cold

• A broken bone

Why is it important for parents to know the signs of sepsis?

• So they can get medical attention early

• So they can avoid eating vegetables

• So they can skip vaccinations

• So they can sleep more

If your child is sick and not getting better, what should you do?

• Call your doctor or get medical care

• Wait and see

• Give them candy

• Ignore the symptoms

What is the main reason sepsis is dangerous?

• It can damage organs and cause death

• It makes you hungry

• It causes sneezing

• It helps you sleep

What is the immune system supposed to do when the body gets an infection?

• Fight the infection

• Cause more infections

• Stop working

• Make you tired

What happens when the immune system overreacts during an infection?

• It damages the body's organs

• It makes you stronger

• It helps you heal faster

• It causes a rash

What type of breathing can be a sign of sepsis?

• Fast, shallow breathing

• Slow, deep breathing

• Noisy breathing

• Breathing through the mouth

Who can sepsis affect?

• People of any age

• Only children

• Only adults

• Only elderly people

Which of the following is NOT a sign of sepsis?

• Sneezing

• Fever

• Shivering

• Very low temperature

What is an arterial line used for in sepsis treatment?

• To measure blood pressure constantly from inside the arteries

• To check vision

• To measure body temperature

• To test reflexes