Abstract
Bloodstream infections (BSIs) are associated with insertion and maintenance of central venous catheters (CVC). Catheter Related Bloodstream Infection (CRBSI) is the most frequent causes of healthcare-associated infections in intensive care units (ICUs) and is a major challenge for health care providers working in intensive care units. It gives the higher risk to the mortality rate of ICU patients and also increased length of ICU stay and additional healthcare costs for them.
Highlights
Catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) give a higher risk to mortality rate among intensive care units (ICUs) patients in many countries [1]
Aim: The objective of this study was to assess the level of knowledge, attitude and practice of ICU nurses regarding on catheter related bloodstream infection (CRBSI)
In conclusion, the results of this study clearly indicated that the majority of ICU nurses had good knowledge, attitude and practice regarding CBRIs in patients with central venous catheters (CVC) at Kuantan, Malaysia
Summary
Catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) give a higher risk to mortality rate among ICU patients in many countries [1]. Most international institutions published the clinical practice for the prevention of (CRBSIs) and update annually that will guide specific actions to be implemented by health care personnel who insert and handle a CVC including nurses in ICU settings who have the direct exposure and continuous perform CVC procedures. They should be knowledgeable and compliant in the insertion assistance, care, and maintenance of central lines. To improve the appropriate use of CVCs, in-depth knowledge, attitude and practice of ICU nurses is essential to adherence the appropriate preventive measures for Catheter Related Bloodstream Infection (CRBSI) and reducing the CRBIs rate among the patients
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