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Central line-associated blood stream infections in newborns – Full Text

"While no novel prevention strategies with robust evidence have emerged, sustained declines in CLABSI rates in many NICUs and networks over the past decades highlight the importance of a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to implement and maintain best practices" Dimopoulou et al (2025).

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PICC maintenance and pain in preterm infants

"To determine the pain and comfort levels of preterm infants during PICC maintenance and examine the effect of Palmar Grasp Reflex (PGR) stimulation on pain and comfort" Kadiroğlu et al (2025).

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Chlorhexidine-coated catheter caps

"Use of chlorhexidine-coated dialysis catheter caps led to clinically significant results among patients receiving dialysis with central catheters at an acute care medical center" Olivier et al (2025).

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Predicting difficult peripheral venous access

"Predictive tools, especially the Modified A-DIVA scale, enhance the likelihood of first-attempt success and support clinical decision-making. Incorporating these tools into routine practice ensures effective venipuncture management, reduces procedural delays, and minimizes complications" Nannini et al (2025).

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Medical device self-efficacy scale

"The 12-item scale is reliable and valid for assessing nursing students' perceived competencies with medical devices" Gürdap and Cengiz (2025).

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Reducing CLABSI rates through education and bundles

"Educational interventions and infection control bundles adherence effectively reduced CLABSI rates, emphasizing continuous training, surveillance and real-time feedback to sustain improvement and enhance patient's outcomes" Kumar et al (2025).

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