Asepsis for insertion of peripheral

[Cath Murphy]

I’ve been asked my opinion on whether or not PIVC insertion should be managed according to surgical aseptic technique rather than a general aseptic technique and I wondered what the general consensus is amongst members.

I am aware of recent research and research interest around peripheral IVs just not sure on whether there have been significant policy changes or if practice is changing without policy change.

Warm regards
Cath

Cathryn Murphy MPH PhD CIC
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Infection Control Plus Pty Ltd
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[Tim Spencer]

Hi Cath,
In the words of Dr Robert Helm (article attached) – “Consequently, any potential source of infection or other injuryespecially one leading directly to the bloodstream, such as peripheral IV cathetersmust be definitively addressed.
Sterile insertion should be a minimum.
A basic dressing pack/PIV insertion kit is essential to help create the sterile field – this cannot be achieved by placing PIV at the bedside with a kidney dish and an alcohol swab and dressing. Totally inappropriate.

Timothy R. Spencer, RN, APN, DipAppSci, Bach.Health, ICCert, VA-BC.
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> On Oct 13, 2016, at 11:20 PM, Dr Cathryn Murphy wrote:
>
> Ive been asked my opinion on whether or not PIVC insertion should be managed according to surgical aseptic technique rather than a general aseptic technique and I wondered what the general consensus is amongst members.
>
> I am aware of recent research and research interest around peripheral IVs just not sure on whether there have been significant policy changes or if practice is changing without policy change.
>
> Warm regards
> Cath
>
> Cathryn Murphy MPH PhD CIC
> Chief Executive Officer & Creative Director
> Infection Control Plus Pty Ltd
> PO Box 3079
> Burleigh Town 4220
> OLD, Australia
>
> E: Cath@infectioncontrolplus.com.au
> M: +61 428 154154
> W: infectioncontrolplus.com.au
>
>
>
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[Anonymous]

Hi Cath

Fully agree with Tim, and Dr Helms article is one I reference frequently for during my teaching.

This is the minimum standard (use a dressing pack) at our facility & is taught through our skills centre. Unfortunately many lose the good habits once out on the floor. We will be launching an PIVC starter kit in the next couple of weeks. I am hoping this will make a difference.

Thanks

Mandy Davidson
RN DipPHTM MPHTM JCU
CNC Infection Prevention & Control
Townsville Hospital & Health Service
Pathology Building
IMB 38
P: 4433 3567
Mob: *5535
Mandy.Davidson@health.qld.gov.au

From: ACIPC Infexion Connexion [mailto:AICALIST@AICALIST.ORG.AU] On Behalf Of Tim Spencer
Sent: Monday, 17 October 2016 8:10 AM
To: AICALIST@AICALIST.ORG.AU
Subject: Re: Asepsis for insertion of peripheral

Hi Cath,
In the words of Dr Robert Helm (article attached) – “Consequently, any potential source of infection or other injuryespecially one leading directly to the bloodstream, such as peripheral IV cathetersmust be definitively addressed.
Sterile insertion should be a minimum.
A basic dressing pack/PIV insertion kit is essential to help create the sterile field – this cannot be achieved by placing PIV at the bedside with a kidney dish and an alcohol swab and dressing. Totally inappropriate.

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