"Of 137 patients, 45 (33%) had colonized skin sites and/or PIVC tips" "The results demonstrate that opportunistic pathogen colonization at the skin site poses a significant risk for PIVC colonization and CRBSI." We actively create a wound, one with a direct route and device to the bloodstream.

"Peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs) break the skin barrier, and pre-insertion antiseptic disinfection and sterile dressings are used to reduce risk of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI)."

We have been using our individual trainer for decades now. The  #flatpacktraining solution allows us to get what works out far and wide. Teaching hands on with the device in hand helps the clinician see when they re-palpate and why, inadvertently contaminate and understand how to apply and maintain a site. We use video too and each observing one another so they can see their practice  #experientiallearning.  #complications  #trainthetrainer  #patientexperience  #healthcare  #training  #halovein

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0196655319306157

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