Central Line Infection Quiz
Test your knowledge on central line infection prevention, risks, and management.
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Which of the following is the most common cause of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI)?
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Contaminated hands of healthcare workers
Improper skin preparation
Contaminated infusate
Faulty central line equipment
Which of the following are risk factors for central line infection? (Select all that apply)
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Prolonged catheterization
Poor hand hygiene
Frequent line manipulation
Use of maximal sterile barrier precautions
Immunosuppression
Other
What is the recommended skin antiseptic for central line insertion?
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70% Isopropyl alcohol
Chlorhexidine gluconate
Povidone-iodine
Soap and water
Which of the following symptoms could indicate a central line infection? (Select all that apply)
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Fever
Redness at insertion site
Swelling around catheter
Bradycardia
Purulent drainage
Other
How often should central line dressings be changed if transparent?
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Every 24 hours
Every 48 hours
Every 7 days or sooner if soiled/loose
Only when visibly soiled
Match the following prevention strategies to their corresponding descriptions.
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Hand hygiene
Maximal sterile barrier precautions
Chlorhexidine skin prep
Select the correct description for each strategy
Washing hands before and after procedure
Using gloves only
Cleaning equipment
Changing dressings daily
Wearing mask, cap, sterile gown and gloves
Flushing the line daily
Using alcohol swabs for ports
Applying antibiotic ointment
Applying antiseptic to insertion site
Washing hands before and after procedure
Changing dressings daily
Wearing mask and gloves
True or False: Central line insertion should always be performed under maximal sterile barrier precautions.
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True
False
Briefly describe one way to reduce the risk of central line infection.
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On a scale of 1 to 5, how confident are you in your knowledge of central line infection prevention?
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Not confident
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Very confident
5
1 is Not confident, 5 is Very confident
Do you have any additional comments or questions about central line infection?
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