Project #9: Decreasing CLABSIs on P2 through preparation: A collaborative effort between PICC Team and P2

Authors

Sadhika Verma, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Susan Naster, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Robin Williams, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Kelsey Hebel, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Elena Delgado, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Carole L. Dipolma, Henry Ford Health
Sharron Alejandria, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Frederick Giertz, Henry Ford HealthFollow

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Description

There was an increase in Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) on P2 in 2019. There were 16 reported CLABSIs on P2 from Feb 2019 - Jan 2020, 8 of which were patients with PICC Lines. Prior to this project, there was inconsistency noted in staff compliance as well as patient refusal of daily Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) Bathing. Also, there was inadequate patient education leading to lack of patient awareness regarding the clinical need for a PICC prior to placement.

Publication Date

3-16-2021

Recommended Citation

Verma, Sadhika; Naster, Susan; Williams, Robin; Hebel, Kelsey; Delgado, Elena; Dipolma, Carole L.; Alejandria, Sharron; and Giertz, Frederick, "Project #9: Decreasing CLABSIs on P2 through preparation: A collaborative effort between PICC Team and P2" (2021). Quality Expo 2021. 5.
https://scholarlycommons.henryford.com/qualityexpo2021/5