Evaluation of prevention of ventilator-associated infections in four Australian intensive care units.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Effective approaches to practice improvement require development of tailored interventions in collaboration with knowledge users.

Objectives

To explore critical care nurses' knowledge and adherence to best practice guidelines for management of patients with an artificial airway to minimise development of ventilator-associated pneumonia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was undertaken across four intensive care units that involved three phases: (1) survey of critical care nurses regarding their current practice; (2) observation of respiratory care delivery; and (3) chart audit. Key care processes evaluated were: (1) technique and adherence to standard precautions when performing endotracheal suction, cuff pressure checks and extubation; and (2) frequency of e

SUBMITTER: Ciampoli N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7328504 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature