Preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Neuro ICU Patients
Publication Date
Spring 3-31-2025
Presentation Length
Poster/Gallery presentation
College
Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing
Department
Nursing, School of
Student Level
Undergraduate
SPARK Category
Knowledge
Faculty Advisor
Linda Wofford
SPARK Session
10-11:45
Presentation Type
Poster
Summary
Our poster focuses on advancing the prevention of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs), with a specific focus on Neuro ICU patients. CAUTIs are a major concern, accounting for 25% of hospital-acquired infections. Neuro ICU patients are particularly vulnerable, facing a 2 to 5 times higher risk for CAUTIs due to frequent use of catheters and immobilization. These infections contribute to increased patient morbidity, mortality, extended hospital stays, and higher healthcare costs. Our project aims to reduce CAUTI rates in the Neuro ICU by implementing the ANA CAUTI Prevention Tool exactly as outlined on the ANA CDC website, without any modifications. We are ensuring that nurses use it once per shift for all patients with a Foley catheter and document its completion in the EHR as well as attend training sessions for implementation of the tool. We outline a comprehensive plan for implementation, a sustainability strategy, a proposed budget, and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of the initiative. Future implications of the project are identified.
Recommended Citation
Tamburro, Kaci P.; Cheir, Chiara; Morris, Allie; and Miles, Camryn, "Preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Neuro ICU Patients" (2025). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 441.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/441
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