SNHP | Senior Nursing Poster Session
CAUTI Reduction
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
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Dr. Marcia Hobbs
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
Catheter-associated urinary tract infections are an issue in hospitals in our area and around the country. They are common, and can lead to more serious problems than the patient already has. Research has shown evidence that avoiding indwelling catheters unless medically necessary is one solution to reduce CAUTI. Bundling catheter care, and using a checklist is another solution that evidence has backed up. Lastly, institutions that have a nurse-driven protocol that allows nurses to remove catheters without a doctor’s order if deemed necessary also have lower CAUTI incidence.
Spring Scholars Week 2018 Event
Senior Nursing Poster Session
CAUTI Reduction
Catheter-associated urinary tract infections are an issue in hospitals in our area and around the country. They are common, and can lead to more serious problems than the patient already has. Research has shown evidence that avoiding indwelling catheters unless medically necessary is one solution to reduce CAUTI. Bundling catheter care, and using a checklist is another solution that evidence has backed up. Lastly, institutions that have a nurse-driven protocol that allows nurses to remove catheters without a doctor’s order if deemed necessary also have lower CAUTI incidence.