SNHP | Senior Nursing Poster Session
The Use of Disinfectant Barrier End Caps to Prevent Blood Stream Infections
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Nursing
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Marcia Hobbs
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation
Abstract/Description
It has become routine practice fo the insertion a peripheral central vascular device for a patient during their hospital tay. This access allows for a portal of medication administration, parenteral nutrition, collection of blood samples and even a source of monitoring hemodynamic variables in critically ill patients. Due to the concerns of safety for healthcare workers the transition to needle-free access ports have been implemented. This transition has eliminated accidental needle sticks but raised new issues for our patients. Catheter related bloodstream infections (CR-BSIs) or central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) has become a growing concern in hospital acquired infections that can be easily prevented. Risk factors for infection include inconsistent healthcare staff education and training and poor adherence to aseptic techniques. The use of disinfectant barrier end caps can decrease significantly the risk for infection.
Spring Scholars Week 2018 Event
Senior Nursing Poster Session
The Use of Disinfectant Barrier End Caps to Prevent Blood Stream Infections
It has become routine practice fo the insertion a peripheral central vascular device for a patient during their hospital tay. This access allows for a portal of medication administration, parenteral nutrition, collection of blood samples and even a source of monitoring hemodynamic variables in critically ill patients. Due to the concerns of safety for healthcare workers the transition to needle-free access ports have been implemented. This transition has eliminated accidental needle sticks but raised new issues for our patients. Catheter related bloodstream infections (CR-BSIs) or central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) has become a growing concern in hospital acquired infections that can be easily prevented. Risk factors for infection include inconsistent healthcare staff education and training and poor adherence to aseptic techniques. The use of disinfectant barrier end caps can decrease significantly the risk for infection.