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Analysis Study Research Paper | Nursing | Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026 | Pages: 62 - 64 | India
Implementation of Novel Nursing Techniques to Prevent Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) in a Liver Transplant Intensive Care Unit
Abstract: Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) remain a major preventable cause of morbidity and mortality in intensive care units, particularly among post?liver transplant patients who are highly immunosuppressed. Recurrent CLABSI cases were observed in the Liver Transplant Intensive Care Unit (ICU), prompting the need for a structured, nurse-led infection prevention strategy. This prospective quality improvement project implemented novel nursing techniques including dedicated sterile medication preparation by a trained nurse using a laminar airflow hood, continuous monitoring, and daily staff education. Following the intervention, CLABSI rates reduced from 4.2 per 1000 catheter days to zero cases during the final quarter of observation. Compliance with aseptic practices improved from 72% to 98%. The findings demonstrate that standardized, nurse-driven sterile medication preparation and monitoring significantly enhance patient safety and effectively prevent CLABSI.
Keywords: CLABSI, infection prevention, nursing leadership, liver transplant ICU, quality improvement
How to Cite?: Capt. Dr Usha Banerjee, Dipin P Nair, Reena Ligin, "Implementation of Novel Nursing Techniques to Prevent Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) in a Liver Transplant Intensive Care Unit", Volume 15 Issue 4, April 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 62-64, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26401143225, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26401143225