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Improved central line catheter care in a pediatric cardiac intensive care unit

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This article illustrates how a multidisciplinary collaboration and the use of scientific evaluation and implementation tools can facilitate a decrease in CLABSIs” Thornton et al (2019).

Abstract:

Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) can result in increased length of hospital stay and increased costs for both patients and organizations. This article illustrates how a multidisciplinary collaboration and the use of scientific evaluation and implementation tools can facilitate a decrease in CLABSIs and have a positive effect on staff satisfaction when caring for central lines.

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Reference:

Thornton, A.Y., Huneke Rosenberg, R. and Oehlke, S.M. (2019) Trifecta of Collaboration: Working Together to Improve Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection Reduction in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. Journal of Infusion Nursing. 42(3), p.137-142. doi: 10.1097/NAN.0000000000000325.

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