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CLABSI rates in adult intensive care units

"The aim of this study was to analyze the evolution of device-related infection rates in ICUs over the last 13 years, including ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) and catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)" Nuvials et al (2025).

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Electronic form for reporting bloodborne pathogen exposure

"Bloodborne pathogen exposures (BBPEs) are an ongoing health hazard among healthcare employees and are often underreported. Prior studies have revealed that BBPEs may be underreported due to challenges related to the reporting process" Bammann et al (2025).

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CLABSI rates in pediatric and neonatal intensive care units

"A standardized surveillance system based on the calculation of the incidence rate of CLABSI in PICUs and NICUs can broaden our understanding of this HAI and will guide the implementation of measures of infection control and prevention" Urrea Ayala et al (2025).

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CLABSI reduction in a transplant unit

"The unit achieved and sustained >90% compliance with both CHG bathing treatments and K-card door tag processes. The CLABSI rate decreased from 2.15 to 0.41, an 81% reduction" Spinks et al (2025).

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Ultrasound for catheter-related thrombosis performed by intensive care nurses

"Another challenge for the use of vascular point-of-care ultrasound in intensive care is the diagnosis of central venous catheter-related thrombosis. It is a common problem that is often underdiagnosed. Due to the simplicity of the examination and the possible link with nursing care of inserted central venous catheters, this may be another potential diagnostic competency for critical care nurses" Stadlerova et al (2025).

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