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A mixed-methods evaluation on the efficacy and perceptions of needleless connector disinfectants.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Optimizing needleless connector hub disinfection practice is a key strategy in central-line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) prevention. In this mixed-methods evaluation, 3 products with varying scrub times were tested for experimental disinfection followed by a qualitative nursing assessment of each.

Methods

Needleless connectors were inoculated with varying concentrations of Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus followed by disinfection with a 70% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe (a 15-second scrub time and a 15-second dry time), a 70% IPA cap (a 10-second scrub time and a 5-second dry time), or a 3.15% chlorhexidine gluconate with 70% IPA (CHG/IPA) wipe (a 5-second scrub time and a 5-second dry time). Cultures of needleless connectors were obtained after disinfection to quantify bacterial reduction. This was followed by surveying a convenience sample of nursing staff with intensive care unit assignments at an academic tertiary hospital on use of each product.

Results

All products reduced overall bacterial burden when compared to sterile water controls, however the IPA and CHG/IPA wipes were superior to the IPA caps when product efficacy was compared. Nursing staff noted improved compliance with CHG/IPA wipes compared with the IPA wipes and the IPA caps, with many preferring the lesser scrub and dry times required for disinfection.

Conclusion

Achieving adequate bacterial disinfection of needleless connectors while maximizing healthcare staff compliance with scrub and dry times may be best achieved with a combination CHG/IPA wipe.

SUBMITTER: Roberts SC

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9929708 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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A mixed-methods evaluation on the efficacy and perceptions of needleless connector disinfectants.

Roberts Scott C SC Hendrix Curtis A CA Edwards Lauren M LM Feinn Richard S RS Martinello Richard A RA Murray Thomas S TS

Infection control and hospital epidemiology 20220407 2

<h4>Objective</h4>Optimizing needleless connector hub disinfection practice is a key strategy in central-line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) prevention. In this mixed-methods evaluation, 3 products with varying scrub times were tested for experimental disinfection followed by a qualitative nursing assessment of each.<h4>Methods</h4>Needleless connectors were inoculated with varying concentrations of <i>Staphylococcus epidermidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa,</i> and <i>Staphylococcus aureu ...[more]

PMID: 35387702

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