Journal article
Prevention and management of pediatric catheter-related infections
Seminars in pediatric infectious diseases, v 12(2), pp 130-137
2001
Abstract
Various catheters are used in providing care to children. Infection is a major complication related to use of these catheters because they bypass normal defenses and provide access to normally sterile sites. Treatment of catheter-related infections often is difficult and frequently requires removal of the device. Prevention of infection begins with limiting use of catheters. Other critical measures include using aseptic technique during insertion of catheters; meticulous care of catheters; limited manipulation of all catheters; maintaining sterile technique during preparation of fluids and medications; and preparing infusion hubs and ports before use. Education of patients and care providers is essential and effective.
Copyright © 2001 by W.B. Saunders Company
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Details
- Title
- Prevention and management of pediatric catheter-related infections
- Creators
- Margaret C. Fisher - Monmouth Medical Center
- Publication Details
- Seminars in pediatric infectious diseases, v 12(2), pp 130-137
- Publisher
- Elsevier
- Number of pages
- 8
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Pediatrics
- Scopus ID
- 2-s2.0-0035038275
- Other Identifier
- 991021930427704721