Human factors analysis of the disinfection of central-line needleless connectors
Martinello R, Hebden J, Drews F, Pegues D. Human factors analysis of the disinfection of central-line needleless connectors. Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology 2022, 2: s32-s33. PMCID: PMC9614877, DOI: 10.1017/ash.2022.117.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCentral line-associated bloodstream infectionsFocus groupsCentral venous access devicesIdentified perceived barriersAcademic medical centerMultiple-methods studyOpen-ended questionsFocus group discussionsBloodstream infectionsNeedleless connectorsNursing staffRisk of central line-associated bloodstream infectionsIdentified barriersOngoing educationConvenience sampleKnowledge deficitsScrubbing timeNursesIncreased workloadElectronic toolsAssess complianceMedical CenterRecommended timeMedical ICULess workload