The Medical journal of Australia
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Multicenter Study Comparative Study
SEPSIS KILLS: early intervention saves lives.
To implement a statewide program for the early recognition and treatment of sepsis in New South Wales, Australia. ⋯ The SEPSIS KILLS program has improved the process of care for patients with sepsis in NSW hospitals. The program has focused attention on sepsis management in the wards.
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disease activity may improve during pregnancy but postpartum flares are common. Patients taking disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs should be counselled about effective contraception. ⋯ Begin prepregnancy counselling as early as possible to allow for cessation of teratogenic medications and optimisation of RA disease control. For unplanned pregnancies, cease teratogenic medications immediately and refer to a genetic counsellor and maternal-fetal medicine specialist for risk assessment and advice.