Module 4: Summary and Next Steps: Slide Presentation
Preventing CAUTI in the ICU Setting
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AHRQ Safety Program for Reducing CAUTI in Hospitals
Preventing CAUTI in the ICU Setting
Module 4: Summary and Next Steps
AHRQ Pub No. 15-0073-4-EF
September 2015
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Summary of Module 1
- CAUTI is a common and harmful healthcare- associated infection
- Evidence-based guidelines exist about catheter use
- Mitigating CAUTI risk requires a team approach
Slide 3
Summary of Module 2
- Introduction to urinary catheter maintenance issues
- Use of “teachable moments” to empower others in preventing CAUTI
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Summary of Module 3
- Use of unit protocols to minimize catheter use
- Importance of communication regarding urinary care plans
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Evidence-Based Guidelines and CAUTI Prevention1
Circular flowchart showing how to prevent CAUTI.
- Preventing unnecessary and improper placement.
- Maintaining awareness and proper care of catheters.
- Prompting catheter removal.
- Preventing catheter replacement.
1 Meddings J, Saint S. Disrupting the life cycle of the urinary catheter. Clinical Infectious Diseases. 2011;52(11):1291–1293. PMID: 21596672.
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CAUTI Prevention, as Easy as ABCDE2
- Adherence to infection control principles (e.g., aseptic insertion, proper maintenance, education) is important
- Bladder ultrasound may avoid indwelling catheterization
- Condom or intermittent catheterization in appropriate patients
- Do not use the indwelling catheter unless you must!
- Early removal of the catheter using reminders or stop-orders appears warranted
2 Saint S, Olmsted RN, Fakih MG, et al. Translating healthcare–associated urinary tract infection prevention research into practice via the bladder bundle. Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety / Joint Commission Resources. 2009;35(9):449-455. PMID: 19769204.
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Your Challenge
- Promote a safety culture
- Sustain progress
- Limit the number of CAUTIs through:
- Correct use (and not overuse) of urinary catheters.
- Observation.
- Communication.