Preventing catheter-associated UTIs: Survey report

Activity Steps

1 Activity
2 Take Test 3Certificate

Purpose of Activity

To provide nurses with evidence-based practice guidelines to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI).

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Discuss the results of this survey.
  2. Identify best practices related to CAUTI prevention.
  3. Discuss the rationale for best practices.

Disclosures

The authors and planners have disclosed that they have no financial relationships related to this article.

Price: $24.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.8 CH
  • DC - BON 2.8 CH
  • KY-BON 2.5 CH

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Test Code: N1210A
Published: December 2010
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources: Nursing2020
Required Passing Score: 24/33 (72%)
Authors: Cheryl Dumont PhD, RN, CRNI, Janine Wakeman BSN, RN
Categories: Management , Oncology , Pediatrics , Preventing Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC)
Specialties: Home Health, Hospice and Palliative Care, Infection Control, Management, Surgery
Topics: Urinary Tract Infections