Article DetailsHow Infection Control Procedures Have Changed To Tackle CRBSI |
| Date Added: March 05, 2011 04:31:09 AM |
| Author: Frank Farrell |
| Category: Health |
| Intravascular catheters are essential in delivering fluids, and medication, in addition to blood draws to patients in hospitals and other medical facilities. During this procedure it is imperative that Universal Precautions and other quality assurance measures are in place to prevent a central line linked infection, or CRBSI, in adult and pediatric patients. Hospital infection control measures have rigorously concentrated on diminishing infections. Studies show that the use of traditional methods renders insufficient results. Progress in infection control procedures has changed to tackle CRBSI with an innovation in port protection.
In hospital practice, an intravascular, or IV, appliance is essential in administering medication, and other fluids. Systemic and local problems are linked with the increase in intravenous catheter associated infections. This issue can become costly up to 29,000 dollars per contamination. Individuals particularly at risk include patients in Intensive Care Units, or ICUs, receiving central venous catheter, or CVC, care. Extended catheterization and longer hospital stays are among the risk factors for infection. Some of the chances of infection are presented by hospital staff handling, contamination introduced through the catheter, and bacteria on the skin. To ensure safety steps are follow, it is vital for an infection control nurse to assist and monitor the procedure. According to the Center for Disease Control, approximately 250,000 blood stream infections occur annually attributing in a mortality rate of 12 to 25 percent. In the battle to reduce these findings, the Curos Port Protector is a ground breaking practical solution. In compliance with hospital infection control, Curos Port Protector protocol maintains cleanliness to IV access ports and needleless connectors. Reducing waste, Curos protocol decreases costs and the chance for a hospital infection to occur. Reviewed by the Federal Drug Administration, the Curos Port Protector provides a high reduction of microorganisms. During research, the distinguished color was found optimal by medical professionals in avoiding confusion among other processes. The uniquely shaped port protector designed by Ivera Medical Corporation is sealed for protection and environmentally friendly minimizing waste. With the goal to eliminate CRBSI, the Curos Port Protector provides superior patient safety.
Frank Farrell is the author of this article on CRBSI. Find more information on Central line infection here. |
