Enhancing Early Sepsis Detection Through Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The Role of Nurses and Laboratory Specialists in a Tertiary Hospital Setting

Background: Early detection and timely intervention are critical in reducing sepsis-related mortality. This study explores the collaborative role of nurses and laboratory specialists in enhancing sepsis detection and management in a tertiary hospital.

Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted, reviewing 200 patient records with sepsis. Quantitative data included time to diagnosis, treatment initiation, and patient outcomes. Qualitative interviews with nurses and laboratory specialists were analyzed to identify key themes related to interdisciplinary collaboration.

Results: Patients with timely laboratory results had significantly shorter times to sepsis diagnosis (2.5 vs. 5.8 hours) and antibiotic administration (1.2 vs. 3.4 hours), along with lower mortality (12% vs. 25%) and septic shock rates (10% vs. 20%). Qualitative findings emphasized the importance of collaboration but highlighted communication challenges and the need for workflow improvements.

Conclusion: Effective collaboration between nurses and laboratory specialists is essential for improving sepsis outcomes. Addressing communication barriers and enhancing workflow processes could further optimize sepsis management in hospital settings.