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Improving Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections In The Intensive Care Unit: Implementation Of A Rounding Tool To Enhance Communication And Collaboration., Bethany Carol Risen
Improving Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections In The Intensive Care Unit: Implementation Of A Rounding Tool To Enhance Communication And Collaboration., Bethany Carol Risen
Doctor of Nursing Practice Papers
Background/Significance: Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) are avoidable and costly healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and are associated with high morbidity and mortality. A rise in CAUTIs at the project site, and the need for a standardized CAUTI prevention communication process, prompted this quality improvement project.
Purpose: The purpose of this quality improvement project was to decrease CAUTIs through improved communication and collaboration amongst the critical care team.
Methods: Twelve nurses completed the Collaboration and Satisfaction about Care Decisions (CSACD) questionnaire pre- and post- intervention which, evaluated communication and collaboration. Nurses also assessed IUC indication and removal during interdisciplinary rounds.
Intervention: This …