APIC is excited to share the new 2025 Preventing Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CABSI) in Adults Implementation Guide. This guide provides practical tools and evidence-based strategies to reduce the risk of infection due to catheter-associated bloodstream infections (CABSI) in various practice settings for adults. This new framework shifts the current surveillance scope from only central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) to addressing all catheter-associated bloodstream infections (CABSIs).
The implementation guide includes recommendations and what are believed to be effective strategies to prevent healthcare-associated infections. These recommendations may guide the development of policies, procedures, and protocols for promoting performance improvement in various practice settings.
Download the guide today for insight into the following learning objectives and more!
Key differences between HOB, CABSI, CLABSI
Explanation of the concepts related to CABSI and sources of BSIs
Key modifiable risk factors associated with CABSI
Insights into the relationships between vascular access devices and the associated risks
