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"Zeroing in on Zero: Targeting Catheter-Associated Blood Stream Infections" Webcast
Catheter-associated blood stream infections (CA-BSI) are a significant source of morbidity and mortality encountered with a variety of devices used to access the vascular system. This session will provide an overview of barriers facing those who navigate change and lead the implementation of systems to reduce CA-BSI. Our faculty shares their observations, best practices and outcome data as they discuss this important topic.Video Vignettes
Visit our vignette section to view and listen to best practice scenarios and other topics relating to evidence-based practice by some of today’s most respected clinical thought leaders. Listen as these clinical leaders share their experiences and the work they have done in the pursuit of "Getting to Zero BSI."
References:
Pronovost, P, Needham, D, Berenholtz, S, et al. An Intervention to Decrease Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections in the ICU. New England Journal of Medicine Dec 2006, No. 26, Vol. 355:2725-2732.
Pronovost, P, Needham, D, Berenholtz, S, et al. An Intervention to Decrease Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections in the ICU. New England Journal of Medicine Dec 2006, No. 26, Vol. 355:2725-2732.
