Elimination of hospital-acquired central line-associated bloodstream infection on a mixed-service pediatric unit.

Ethan A MezoffErika RobertsDaniel ErnstMichelle GniadekWendi BeauseauJane BalintMonica I ArduraMolly Dienhart

Published in: JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition (2021)

Described interventions with an enhanced culture of collaborative care profoundly improved hospital-acquired CLABSI occurrence. Success in a specific population translated to all other unit patients with a CVC. Findings suggest elimination is not the result of a single new product or practice, but also includes support and empowerment of those caring for the patient and their CVC.

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