Do not consider only surgical clinics, operating rooms and interventional x-ray as the only option for the implantation of peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) and peripheral venous catheters (Midline) but, preferably, to favour the implant procedure at the patient’s bedside.
Provided that the asepsis procedures are followed and strategies to minimize the infectious risk are applied, the implantation at the patient’s bedside it guarantees the same level of quality and safety, with a considerable saving of water, detergents, disinfectants...
For the management of vascular access, in particular for washing and closing operations (Flushing and locking) don’t use syringes with direct filling from the IV fluid solution bottle, but prefer the use of pre-filled syringes.
IV solution pre-filled syringes in vascular access management offer several advantages over syringes filled directly from an IV fluid solution bottle. First, they decrease the risk of catheter-related infections, simplifying the procedure and reducing time at the...
Do not use disposable adhesive surgical sheets with the intent of reducing surgical site infections (Surgical Site Infections – SSI)
There is no scientific evidence that disposable adhesive surgical sheets are effective in reducing infection rates at the surgical site. Not using them allows reducing the improper use of plastic material and the total volume of waste.
Do not use double pair of non-sterile gloves in patient care.
There is no scientific evidence that wearing double gloves reduces the risk of infections. Conversely, the appropriate use of gloves reduces the environmental impact and encourages health and social workers to adhere to evidence-based good practices. This...The campaign DOING MORE DOES NOT MEAN DOING BETTER – CHOOSING WISELY ITALY is promoted by Italy’s Slow Medicine
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