Central I.V. Lines
Recommendations
Skin asepsis with chlorhexidine 2% (Not 0.5% unless patient is <2months old !!) and allowed to dry
Hand hygiene before (and after!) insertion
Wear sterile gown & gloves, theatre cap, mask and protective eyewear
Use appropriately sized drapes
After insertion, cover with sterile transparent dressing (i.e.Tagaderm).
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