Device-related, nonintravascular infections.
The intensive care environment is conducive to the transmission of microorganisms because of the array of medical equipment and the frequent contamination of the hands of health care workers. This article reviews recommended nursing interventions for the following nonintravascular devices: automatic implantable cardioverter defibrillators, chest tubes, peritoneal dialysis, enteral nutrition, electronic thermometers, oximeter sensors, and urinary drainage devices.
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D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods*; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004864:Equipment and Supplies / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control