Abstract:
Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) prevention remains challenging in clinical settings. This experience describes how barriers identified through a needs assessment in Brazilian hospitals were translated into a tailored serious game to support catheter care practices. Using the Octalysis Framework, real-world challenges were converted into interactive missions simulating catheter care. This approach illustrates how context-specific barriers can be operationalized into an educational tool to support healthcare workers’ adherence to CLABSI prevention measures.
Reference:Tavares BM, Vinhole ARG, Souza NC, Silva KCDCD, Macete TC, Maciel ALP, Piastrelli FT, Boszczowski I, Nogueira MDSDP, Costa MMM, Assis DB, Oliveira MS, Levin AS. A Tailored Serious Game for Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection Prevention: From Needs Assessment to an Innovative Educational Tool. Am J Infect Control. 2026 Jan 8:S0196-6553(26)00006-4. doi: 10.1016/j.ajic.2026.01.003. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 41519385.