Question

check learning - healthcare-associated infections
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q5
q4
q3
which is a best
practice strategy
to prevent
ventilator-
associated
pneumonia?
q2
which catheter
insertion practice
increases the risk
of clabsi in
adults?
use of
subclavian vein
use of
femoral vein
use of
chg dressing
use of
aseptic technique
r each question, select the correct answer below it.

Explanation:

To determine which catheter insertion practice increases CLABSI (Central Line - Associated Bloodstream Infection) risk in adults, we analyze each option:

• Use of subclavian vein: The subclavian vein is a preferred site for central line insertion as it has a lower infection risk compared to the femoral vein.
• Use of femoral vein: The femoral vein is associated with a higher risk of CLABSI. This is because the femoral area is closer to the perineum, which has a higher bacterial load, and the vein is more superficial, making it more prone to contamination during insertion and during the dwell time of the catheter.
• Use of CHG dressing: Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) dressing is a best practice to prevent infection, so it decreases CLABSI risk.
• Use of aseptic technique: Aseptic technique is a standard practice to prevent infection, so it decreases CLABSI risk.

Answer:

B. Use of femoral vein