Guidelines for the Prevention of Intravascular Catheter-Related Infections (2011) Show * 1. Education, Training and Staffing
* 2. Selection of Catheters and Sites* 2.1. Peripheral catheters and midline catheters
Top of Page * 2.2. Central venous catheters
Top of Page * 3. Hand Hygiene and Aseptic Technique
Top of Page * 4. Maximal Sterile Barrier Precautions
Top of Page * 5. Skin Preparation
Top of Page * 6. Catheter Site Dressing Regimens
Top of Page * 7. Patient Cleansing
Top of Page * 8. Catheter Securement Devices
Top of Page * 9. Antimicrobial/Antiseptic Impregnated Catheters and Cuffs
Top of Page * 10. Systemic Antibiotic Prophylaxis
Top of Page * 11. Antibiotic/Antiseptic Ointments
Top of Page * 12. Antibiotic Lock Prophylaxis, Antimicrobial Catheter Flush and Catheter Lock Prophylaxis
Top of Page * 13. Anticoagulants
Top of Page * 14. Replacement of Peripheral and Midline Catheters
Top of Page * 15. Replacement of CVCs, Including PICCs and Hemodialysis Catheters
Top of Page * 16. Umbilical Catheters
Top of Page * 17. Peripheral Arterial Catheters and Pressure Monitoring Devices for Adult and Pediatric Patients
Top of Page * 18. Replacement of Administration Sets
Top of Page * 19. Needleless Intravascular Catheter Systems
Top of Page * 20. Performance Improvement
Top of Page What are the ways of maintaining asepsis during the Cvad dressing change?Perform routine hand hygiene with alcohol based hand rub solution or soap and water if hands are visibly soiled. Refer to Hand Hygiene Procedure. o Set up dry dressing supplies on the other side of the field away from wet area to maintain asepsis.
Which action would the nurse perform to best ensure effective insertion of a venous access device?1. Which action would the nurse perform to best ensure effective insertion of a venous access device into a patient's arm? Anchor the vein by placing a thumb 1 to 2 inches below the site. Insert the device tip at a 45-degree angle distal to the proposed site.
How will you ensure safety for patient and their central line catheter?Tips to Avoid Problems. Always wash your hands before touching your CVC.. Don't use scissors, safety pins, or other sharp objects near your catheter.. Keep the dressing clean and dry.. Make sure to have extra supplies on hand in case you need them.. Tape the tube to your body so it doesn't get tugged out of place.. |