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Decreasing Central Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections In The Non-Icu Population, Alma Medina, Teresa Serratt, Michele Pelter, Tami Brancamp
Decreasing Central Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections In The Non-Icu Population, Alma Medina, Teresa Serratt, Michele Pelter, Tami Brancamp
Teresa Serratt
Central line–associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rates above the national average precipitated a quality improvement project aimed at reducing this trend. We implemented daily chlorhexidine bathing and used 4 strategies to promote a change in practice and culture in our medical/surgical units. These strategies include the following: (1) staff education, (2) leadership support, (3) resource availability, and (4) increased awareness and accountability. Since implementing these strategies, there has been a significant reduction in CLABSI rates in the medical/surgical units.