CBIC Infection Control CIC Question # 29 Topic 3 Discussion
CIC Exam Topic 3 Question 29 Discussion:
Question #: 29
Topic #: 3
A hospital experiencing an increase in catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI)implements a quality improvement initiative. Which of the following interventions is MOST effective in reducing CAUTI rates?
A.
Routine urine cultures for all catheterized patients every 48 hours.
B.
Implementing nurse-driven protocols for early catheter removal.
C.
Replacing indwelling urinary catheters with condom catheters for all male patients.
D.
Using antibiotic-coated catheters in all ICU patients.
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