Question

Which of the following practices to prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) is correct?

A. Evaluate central venous catheters daily and remove them when no longer needed

B. Do not use femoral vein catheters for pediatric patients, unless other sites are unavailable

C. Use a catheter checklist and a standardized protocol for central venous catheter insertion

Answer 1

To prevent CLABSIs, central venous catheters should be evaluated daily and removed when unnecessary, use of femoral vein catheters in pediatric patients should be minimized, and a standardized insertion protocol with a checklist should be followed.

Step-by-step explanation:

To prevent central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs), several practices should be followed. One correct practice is to evaluate central venous catheters daily and remove them when they are no longer needed. This approach minimizes the risk of infection by reducing the time a catheter is in place. Additionally, for pediatric patients, femoral vein catheters should be avoided unless there are no other viable sites. Finally, using a catheter checklist and following a standardized protocol during the insertion of a central venous catheter can greatly reduce human error and subsequent infection risks.