Implementation science= conceptual basis, translating evidence into practice, closing gaps between
theory and practice
Domain 4: PI and IS - correct answer ✔✔identification of need for PI
assembly of PI teak
tools and methods
, implementation
measuring success
Surgical site infection (SSI) - correct answer ✔✔• Identify & treat all infections remote to the surgical site
before elective operations. • Do not remove hair unless it will interfere with the operation. • Administer
prophylactic antibiotics only when indicated and select it based on effectiveness against the most
common pathogens that cause SSIs.
central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) - correct answer ✔✔Weigh the risks & benefits of
placing a central line at a particular site. • Avoid using the femoral vein for central venous access in adult
patients. • Promptly remove any intravascular device that is no longer essential. • Prepare clean skin
with a >0.5% chlorhexidine preparation with alcohol prior to insertion and during dressing changes.
Use either sterile gauze or sterile, transparent, semipermeable dressing to cover the catheter site.
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) - correct answer ✔✔Whenever possible, use steam sterilization
or wet heat pasteurization
The breathing circuit of mechanical ventilators should not be routinely changed - change only when it is
visibly soiled or malfunctioning. • Decontaminate hands with soap and water or with alcohol based hand
rub before handling condensate in the tubing
Use non ‐invasive ventilation whenever possible. • Minimize the duration of ventilation. • Maintain
patients in a position that prevents aspiration. (elevation of the head). • Orotracheal intubation is
preferred over nasotracheal intubation. • Use sterile water to rinse reusable equipment.
catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) - correct answer ✔✔In the non ‐acute setting, clean
technique for intermittent catheterization is acceptable.
• Insert catheters only for appropriate indications.
• Minimize catheter use and duration of use in all patients. • Avoid use of urinary catheters for
management of incontinence.
• Perform hand hygiene immediately before and after removal of a catheter.
Ensure that only persons trained is aseptic technique insert & care for the catheters. • Keep the
collection bag below the level of the bladder at all times - do not set the bag on the floor.
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