Central line associated blood stream infection (CLABSI) is a major contributor to in-hospital morbidity and mortality and is linked with increased expenditure and length of intensive care unit (ICU) stay.

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You have shared your point of view and suggested solution regarding the issue of central lines associated bloodstream infection. The literature supports the importance of patient and nursing education in addressing this issue.

Atilla et al. 2016 highlights the importance of bundled care packages in preventing CLABSIs. Nurses play a key role in their implementation. The authors note also that improvements in nursing education and skills can help reduce CLABSIs.

Similarly, Patel et al. The authors (2019) present a three-tiered approach for preventing CLABSIs. First, they emphasize education and empowerment among patients and families. They suggest that nurses are a great resource for patient education as they have a direct contact with the patients.

In general, the literature supports your solution that emphasizes patient and nurse education. This has the potential of having a large impact in reducing CLABSIs within the ICU. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on this issue.