Utilizing Evidence-Based Practice to Achieve “Zero Tolerance” for Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTIs)

DOI: J10.5176/2345-718X_1.1.22

Authors: Jeffery W. Forehand and Marietta P. Stanton

Abstract:

Catheter associated urinary tract infections continue to remain the single most common HAI; with external forces, such as mandated public reporting of HAI and the climate of “zero tolerance” for hospital-acquired infections have led to an increased effort in the reduction and elimination of CAUTIs. Index Terms—catheter associated urinary tract infection, evidence-based practice, healthcare associated infection, quality improvement, and zero tolerance.