central line-associated bloodstream infections Archives

central line-associated bloodstream infections

Dedicated Nursing Team Cuts Central-Line Infections Nearly in Half, Report Shows

October 19, 2023

Having a dedicated nursing team assist with central-line insertions reduced infections by 47%, a three-year program at UNC Health in Chapel Hill, N.C. has shown. The team of…

Infection prevention reality

May 7, 2019

We know what to do, but we don’t always do it. (more…)

Reducing central line-associated bloodstream infections in children

March 12, 2015

Affecting every patient population, central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) increase morbidity and mortality. Although much has been published on adult CLABSIs, information on pediatric CLABSIs has lagged. In…

Reducing the risk of central line-associated bloodstream infections

May 24, 2017

Although the incidence of central line–associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) has decreased, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that an estimated 30,100 of these infections still occur…

Revisiting CLABSI prevention strategies: Part 2

July 3, 2019

Learn about central line care and maintenance. Takeaways: Advocate for newer central line dressing options (such as subcutaneous securement) that avoid suturing. The Centers for Disease Control and…

Revisiting CLABSI prevention strategies: Pt 1

May 7, 2019

Follow the basics to keep your patients safe. Takeaways: · Central line–associated bloodstream infection prevention requires meticulous attention to insertion, care, and maintenance of central lines. · Collaboration…

Study: Disinfecting caps reduce CLABSI rates

January 11, 2013

Using a disinfection cap (with isopropyl alcohol) on central line catheters significantly reduced central-line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates, according to a study in the American Journal of…

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