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Process-Focused Approach to Reduce Central Line Bloodstream Infections in the Pediatric Population
Objective:
In 2022, our pediatric and women's medical center observed a 166.67% increase in central line bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) in the pediatric population. A quality-focused group was initiated to implement changes to reduce CLABSIs.
Methods:
Hand hygiene compliance, creating resource tools, implementing CLABSI prevention competencies, and CLABSI bundle audits were used as interventions.
Results:
Our institution's CLABSI rate decreased 71% from 1.59 CLABSIs per 1,000 central line days in 2022 to 0.46 CLABSIs per 1,000 central line days in 2023.
Conclusions:
A multifaceted approach with unit focus allowed our institution to decrease the number of CLABSIs in the pediatric and neonatal units.
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