# The patient developed _____, a severe systemic inflammatory response to infection, often leading to organ dysfunction.

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## 문제

The patient developed _____, a severe systemic inflammatory response to infection, often leading to organ dysfunction.

## 보기

1. sepsis **✔ 정답**
2. viremia
3. bacteremia
4. fungemia
5. parasitemia

**정답: 1**

## 해설

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body's response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs. It triggers a cascade of changes that can damage multiple organ systems, leading to organ failure. Early recognition and treatment are crucial for survival. Symptoms include fever, increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and mental confusion.

## 임상 시나리오

1. Sepsis Stages:
- SIRS (Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome)
- Sepsis
- Severe sepsis
- Septic shock

2. Clinical Manifestations:
- Temperature >38.3°C or 90 beats/min
- Respiratory rate >20 breaths/min
- WBC >12,000/μL or

## 핵심 개념

- **sepsis** — A life-threatening condition where the body's response to infection damages its own tissues and organs, characterized by systemic inflammation, organ dysfunction, and potential organ failure
- **viremia** — The presence of viruses in the bloodstream, indicating viral infection that has spread through the blood circulation
- **bacteremia** — The presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, which may lead to serious complications if left untreated
- **fungemia** — The presence of fungi in the blood, typically occurring in immunocompromised patients and potentially causing serious systemic infections
- **parasitemia** — The presence of parasites in the bloodstream, commonly seen in diseases like malaria, where parasites infect and multiply in blood cells

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