An adult patient in the ICU has a central venous catheter in place
Over the past 24 hours, the patient has developed signs and symptoms that are suggestive of a central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI). What aspect of the patient's care may have increased susceptibility to CLABSI?
A) The patient's central line was placed in the femoral vein.
B) The patient had blood cultures drawn from the central line.
C) The patient was treated for vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE) during a previous admission.
D) The patient has received antibiotics and IV fluids through the same line.
Ans: A
Feedback:
In adult patients, the femoral site should be avoided in order to reduce the risk of CLABSI. Drawing blood cultures, receiving treatment for VRE, and receiving fluids and drugs through the same line are not known to increase the risk for CLABSI.
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