The primary nursing intervention for sepsis is early recognition and initiation of the sepsis resuscitation bundle, which includes administering broad-spectrum antibiotics within one hour, obtaining blood cultures, providing fluid resuscitation, measuring lactate levels, and monitoring vital signs closely. Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection. Nurses play a critical role in recognizing early signs: fever or hypothermia, tachycardia, tachypnea, altered mental status, and hypotension. The 'Sepsis Six' protocol includes: administering oxygen to maintain SpO2 >94%, taking blood cultures, giving IV antibiotics, starting IV fluid resuscitation, checking lactate levels, and monitoring urine output. Timely intervention within the 'golden hour' significantly improves survival rates. Nurses must also monitor for signs of septic shock (persistent hypotension despite fluid resuscitation) and prepare for vasopressor administration if needed. Documentation should include timing of interventions and response to treatment.

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