High white blood cell count; The severity of the septic reaction should also produce other warning signs, such as: Hot, flushed skin; Newly altered mental status; Hypotension; Widened pulse pressure (Pulse pressure is the difference between the systolic and the diastolic blood pressure values.) Elevated blood lactate level; Thrombocytopenia
The definition of pompous is someone who has excessive self-esteem. An example of pompous is someone who constantly talks about what they've accomplished. pompous. pompous. Characterized by excessive self-esteem or exaggerated dignity; pretentious: pompous officials who enjoy giving orders.
posh. The word means rich, aristocratic, wealthy, loaded, fancy, toff, toffee nosed, upper crust, well off, or well to do. The origin of this word actually derives from an old Romany Gypsy slang word for pennies, i.e. if you've a lot of pennies you're well to do, rich, etc. In this light, the word posh can be used as a term of light hearted derision.