The definition of severe sepsis and septic shock in children is similar to that in adults. However, in pediatric patients, a systemic inflammatory response includes an abnormal temperature or abnormal leukocyte count as part of the clinical presentation.
AAAHC surveyors are volunteers: physicians, dentists, podiatrists, pharmacists, nurses and administrators who are actively involved with ambulatory health care. AAAHC offers a three year term of accreditation. An organization may also receive a deferral or denial of accreditation if compliance is not met.
Refers to when a patient leaves a health care facility against the advice of medical staff. AMA-American Medical Association A professional association representing physicians in the United States. Ambulatory Care Health care services that do not require the hospitalization of a patient. These services include outpatient care at a hospital and care provided at a physicianâs office, clinic, or