REDUCTION AND PREVENTION OF CLABSI IN THE ICU
Disciplines
Bacterial Infections and Mycoses | Critical Care Nursing
Abstract (300 words maximum)
A central line bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a serious infection that occurs when bacteria or viruses enter the bloodstream through a central line. The two types of central lines include a peripherally inserted central line catheter (PICC) and a central venous catheter (CVC). This is project is important because CLABSI can lead to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and mortality. CLABSI is a highly prevalent problem in the intensive care unit (ICU). The purpose of this project is to identify the best evidenced-based practice that would reduce or prevent the number of CLABSI cases in the ICU within a year. If improvement after intervention, there would be a decrease in cases of CLABSI in the ICU. A review of literature show that infection, sepsis, and death are the main safety concerns in regard to central line placement and management. A single case of CLABSI could cost as much as $48,000 per episode. Qualitative data analysis found that performing hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent CLABSI. In addition to this, the hub or access port should be scrubbed immediately prior to each use with the appropriate antiseptic, and disinfecting caps should be placed on the access points after. This project incudes comparison and contrasts of various studies to determine the best intervention for CLABSI. Conclusions from these analytical data and observations will evaluate specific interventions to decrease cases of CLABSI in the ICU within a year.
Academic department under which the project should be listed
WellStar School of Nursing
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Lynnda Campbell
REDUCTION AND PREVENTION OF CLABSI IN THE ICU
A central line bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a serious infection that occurs when bacteria or viruses enter the bloodstream through a central line. The two types of central lines include a peripherally inserted central line catheter (PICC) and a central venous catheter (CVC). This is project is important because CLABSI can lead to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and mortality. CLABSI is a highly prevalent problem in the intensive care unit (ICU). The purpose of this project is to identify the best evidenced-based practice that would reduce or prevent the number of CLABSI cases in the ICU within a year. If improvement after intervention, there would be a decrease in cases of CLABSI in the ICU. A review of literature show that infection, sepsis, and death are the main safety concerns in regard to central line placement and management. A single case of CLABSI could cost as much as $48,000 per episode. Qualitative data analysis found that performing hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent CLABSI. In addition to this, the hub or access port should be scrubbed immediately prior to each use with the appropriate antiseptic, and disinfecting caps should be placed on the access points after. This project incudes comparison and contrasts of various studies to determine the best intervention for CLABSI. Conclusions from these analytical data and observations will evaluate specific interventions to decrease cases of CLABSI in the ICU within a year.