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61. 132-Preventing-Clabsi-4-Key-Steps-One-Pager (doc file)
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    October 01, 2024 - including MRSA, can reach the bloodstream by entering through the central line catheter hub or at the skin … insertion bundle components include: · Optimal site selection ○ Hand hygiene · Chlorhexidine skin … preparation ○ Maximal sterile barrier precautions · Use of a central line insertion checklist ○ … line site care ○ Central line dressing changes · Hub disinfection ○ Daily chlorhexidine skin

62. Guide: Purpose and Use of CLABSI Tools | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    January 01, 2020 - The biggest barrier to compliance with evidence-based practice is that providers do not know the evidence … Chlorhexidine skin preparation. … Full-barrier precautions during central venous catheter insertion. … The use of 2 percent chlorhexidine for skin antisepsis before catheter insertion and during dressing … line, hand hygiene, site of line placement, dressing and tubing changes, and use of chlorhexidine for skin

63. Addressing Questions Asked by Staff: Chlorhexidine for Bathing (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/faqs/faq-chg-bathing.pdf
    March 01, 2022 - CHG has been shown to keep bacteria off the skin for up to 24 hours. … Lift skin folds to clean by firmly massaging the entire skin with the CHG cloth. … Once applied to skin, CHG will bind to skin proteins and will not stain sheets. … skin until fully dry. … Finally, apply CHG- compatible barrier protection over the area.

64. Human-computer collaboration for skin cancer recognition. | PSNet
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    June 26, 2019 - Study Classic Human-computer collaboration for skin cancer … Human–computer collaboration for skin cancer recognition. … Human–computer collaboration for skin cancer recognition. … Comparison of the accuracy of human readers versus machine-learning algorithms for pigmented skin … April 1, 2020 Algorithm based smartphone apps to assess risk of skin cancer in adults

65. How To Measure Pressure Injury Rates and Prevention Practices
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/systems/hospital/pressure_ulcer_prevention/module5/module5_pressureinjury-msmt_slides.pptx
    April 02, 2025 - Do not count skin lesions not related to pressure, such as skin breaks or maceration from friction/moisture … Have an outside expert perform a skin exam on each patient. … Assessment Ensure that a skin assessment was performed within 24 hours of admission. … Use Tool 5C: Assessing Comprehensive Skin Assessment. … Examine what the problem is, and plan how to overcome this barrier. 42 Action plan for measuring progress

66. Just in Time Training: CHG Cloth and Mupirocin (doc file)
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    March 01, 2022 - During bath or shower, be sure to perform or train the patient on the following: Apply CHG to skin with … After CHG is used, apply CHG-compatible barrier product as needed.

67. Appendix E. Training and Educational Materials | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    September 01, 2013 - Chlorhexidine has been shown to keep bacteria off the skin for up to 24 hours. … patient is on this intervention and, if needed, use the standard clean up available in radiology (i.e. barrier … Does Universal Decolonization affect the use of skin preps before a surgical procedure? No. … Once applied to skin, CHG will bind to skin proteins and will not stain sheets. … Staff should provide the same information they would provide for any applied skin product.

68. Appendix E. Training and Educational Materials | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/es/hai/universal-icu-decolonization/universal-icu-ape.html
    September 01, 2013 - Chlorhexidine has been shown to keep bacteria off the skin for up to 24 hours. … patient is on this intervention and, if needed, use the standard clean up available in radiology (i.e. barrier … Does Universal Decolonization affect the use of skin preps before a surgical procedure? No. … Once applied to skin, CHG will bind to skin proteins and will not stain sheets. … Staff should provide the same information they would provide for any applied skin product.

69. Just in Time Training: CHG Cloth and Iodophor (doc file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/training/jit-chg-cloth-iodophor.docx
    March 01, 2022 - During bath or shower, be sure to perform or train the patient on the following: Apply CHG to skin with … After CHG is used, apply CHG-compatible barrier product as needed.

70. Module 5: How To Measure Pressure Injury Rates and Prevention Practices | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/patient-safety/settings/hospital/resource/pressureinjury/workshop/slides5.html
    October 01, 2017 - Do not count skin lesions not related to pressure, such as skin breaks or maceration from friction/moisture … Have an outside expert perform a skin exam on each patient. … Slide 37: Performance Review of Comprehensive Skin Assessment Ensure that a skin assessment was … Use Tool 5C: Assessing Comprehensive Skin Assessment. … Examine what the problem is, and plan how to overcome this barrier.

71. Just in Time Training: Chlorhexidine Cloth Bathing or Showering Plus Mupirocin (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/training/jit-chg-cloth-mupirocin.pdf
    March 01, 2022 - Apply CHG to skin with firm massage. 2. Avoid getting CHG into eyes or ear canals. 3. … After CHG is used, apply CHG-compatible barrier product as needed.

72. Just in Time Training: Chlorhexidine Cloth Bathing or Showering Plus Nasal Iodophor (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/abate/training/jit-chg-cloth-iodophor.pdf
    March 01, 2022 - Apply CHG to skin with firm massage. 2. Avoid getting CHG into eyes or ear canals. 3. … After CHG is used, apply CHG-compatible barrier product as needed.

73. 065-Dec-Staff-Faqs-Decolonization (doc file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/tools/mrsa/065-dec-staff-faqs-decolonization.docx
    October 01, 2024 - CHG keeps bacteria off the skin for up to 24 hours. … Once it is applied to skin, CHG will bind to skin proteins and will not stain sheets. … skin until fully dry. … Finally, apply CHG-compatible barrier protection over the area. … skin until fully dry.

74. 050-Dec-Implementation-Notes (doc file)
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    October 01, 2024 - Most soaps, shampoos, deodorants, lotions, and barrier products will inactivate the CHG and negate its … skin, or pressure injuries. … Slide 38 #7: Apply CHG Closest to the Skin SAY: Number 7: Apply CHG closest to the skin. … After applying CHG, you may apply CHG-compatible lotions, creams, or barrier protection if they are needed … They make necessary adjustments in stock—such as replacing the petroleum-based barrier cream after discovering

75. Tools for Reducing Central Line-Associated Blood Stream Infections (pdf file)
    www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/hai/clabsi-tools/clabsi-tools-revised.pdf
    January 01, 2013 - The biggest barrier to compliance with evidence-based practice is that providers do not know the evidence … Interventions to eliminate CLABSI include-- • Appropriate use of hand hygiene • Chlorhexidine skin … preparation • Full-barrier precautions during central venous catheter insertion • Avoiding the femoral … The use of 2 percent chlorhexidine for skin antisepsis before catheter insertion and during dressing … line, hand hygiene, site of line placement, dressing and tubing changes, and use of chlorhexidine for skin

76. Lessons Learned, Successes, and Barriers | Digital Healthcare Research
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    January 01, 2023 - Information Technology (IT): Optimal Medication and Care Delivery Medical Condition Dermatologic (Skin

77. Mindfulness: Engaging Frontline Providers in Antimicrobial Stewardship | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/archived-webinars/mindfulness-slides.html
    December 01, 2017 - groups to assume leadership roles in stewardship: Hospitalists- pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin … indication Day of therapy and expected duration Appropriate length of treatment: UTI, pneumonia, skin … Hospitals Ranking at UMHS Urinary Tract Infections: #1 Pneumonia: #2 Skin and Soft Tissue Infections … Slide 44 Barriers and Facilitators Barrier: real-world issues: Large / multiple groups make … that works Integrate it into existing systems Slide 45 Barriers and Facilitators Barrier

78. The Integration of Hospitalists into U.S. Academic Medical Centers
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    March 07, 2014 - groups to assume leadership roles in stewardship: Hospitalists- pneumonia, urinary tract infections, skin … and indication Day of therapy and expected duration Appropriate length of treatment UTI, pneumonia, skin … Hospitals Ranking at UMHS Urinary Tract Infections #1 Pneumonia #2 Skin and Soft Tissue … Incentivize Improved Documentation 72 Hour Time-out with Pharmacists Barriers and Facilitators Barrier … Create a process that works Integrate it into existing systems 44 Barriers and Facilitators Barrier

79. Eliminating CLABSI, A National Patient Safety Imperative: A Progress Report on the National 'On the CUSP: Stop BSI' Project, Neonatal CLABSI Prevention (pdf file)
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    October 01, 2012 - using sterile technique and chlorhexidine gluconate or povidone-iodine for skin antisepsis Tubing … -Sterile technique ideally includes sterile barrier for tubing assembly and wearing of face mask, hat … and two staff members performing connection to central catheter -Aseptic technique includes clean barrier … No skin prep was noted for approximately 1 percent of patients. Table 3. … Procedure Followed 95.8% 1.1% 3.1% Inserter Performed Hand Hygiene 98.8% 0.2% 1.0% Wore Sterile Barrier

80. Toolkit Prelaunch Activities (pdf file)
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    March 01, 2022 - stock decolonization products  Ensure chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) compatibility with routine skin … Products Many topical skin products (e.g., lotions, barrier creams/wipes, perineal cleansers, baby … products, contact the manufacturers of lotions and skin products that are stocked in the hospital. … Most healthcare skin products have been tested by the manufacturer due to the commonplace use of CHG … skin, used as medically directed and continue to apply CHG for routine bathing.