Training

This CPD explains what sepsis is and what the common treatments are; it aids understanding of the signs and symptoms to help identify sepsis, and details the implications of sepsis for the dental team.

This CPD module provides you with 1 hour GDC verifiable CPD.

Related GDC development outcome: C.

Last reviewed: March 2023

Review due: March 2024

The aim of this module is to provide an overview on what sepsis is, how to recognise the signs and symptoms and what its implications for the dental team are.

• Define what sepsis is
• Explain who is at a greater risk of developing sepsis
• Explain the role of the dental team in the prevention and management of sepsis
• Explain how sepsis is treated
• Define the possible long-term side effects for patients following sepsis
• Explain the types of evidence surrounding sepsis required for CQC inspections