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Toxic shock syndrome toxic shock syndrome - Coggle Diagram
Toxic shock syndrome 
Defination
Often toxic shock syndrome results from toxins produced by Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria.Scand J Infect Dis. 2005)
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Risk factors
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Using contraceptive sponges, diaphragms, superabsorbent tampons
Having a viral infection, such as the flu or chickenpox
Pharmacology treatment
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Vasopressors, such as dopamine, to treat shock.
Antibiotics, such as penicillin-resistant penicillin,
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Diagnostic test
Your vagina, cervix and throat may be swabbed
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Sings and symptoms
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A rash resembling a sunburn, particularly on your palms and soles
Redness of your eyes, mouth and throat
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Prevention
, read the labels and use the lowest absorbency tampon
Alternate using tampons and sanitary napkins,
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Nursing care plan
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specific outcome
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nursing intervention
Use cooling measures, such as sponge baths and hypothermia blanket, if indicated.
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Tell patient to expect desquamation of skin, as in peeling sunburn.
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