Correct use of chlorhexidine in intravenous practice
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Correct use of chlorhexidine in intravenous practice

Katie Scales Consultant nurse in critical care, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London
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This article reviews the routes by which microorganisms may contaminate vascular access devices, and examines the role of chlorhexidine in the prevention of catheter-related bloodstream infections. Chlorhexidine-based cleansing products for use in intravenous therapy are reviewed and their correct use is discussed, with reference to clinical guidelines.

Nursing Standard. 24, 8, 41-46. doi: 10.7748/ns2009.10.24.8.41.c7361

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katie.scales@imperial.nhs.uk

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Keywords :

Chlorhexidine - infection control - intravenous therapy - vascular access devices

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28 October 2009 / Vol 24 issue 8

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