Michie Colin A, Shah Varsha
Ealing Hospital NHS Trust.
Nurs Times. 2003;99(5):26-7.
A recent case review showed that nurses play an important role in diagnosing toxic shock syndrome (TSS). It is a rare, and potentially fatal condition, which may develop in individuals of all ages. The average A&E nurse will probably only encounter a single case. However, front-line nurses will usually be the first to meet the patient with this condition. Some knowledge of TSS is important because early diagnosis and treatment may save lives.