Aug192020

Modern Vascular Access with Dr. Jack LeDonne – Recommendations to Improve Site Care & Maintenance

CLABSI, Healthcare Education, Mastisol Liquid Adhesive

Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) are deadly, associated with 12 to 25% mortality among the critical care patient population.1 Published guidance for preventing CRBSIs recommends a bundled approach for eliminating known risks. Multiple organizations, including the CDC, have published evidence based guidelines for preventing CRBSIs.2 However, little has changed regarding device care and maintenance. Jack LeDonne,…

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Aug52020

Improving Vascular Access Dressing Integrity with Gum Mastic Adhesive

CLABSI, Healthcare Education, Infection Prevention, Mastisol Liquid Adhesive, Vascular Access

Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) occurrence is arguably 100% preventable, yet central venous access device (CVAD) related infections have a 12-25% mortality rate in the ICU setting1. One to 2 of every 8 patients who develop CLABSI don’t survive. In the webinar, 18 Months of Sticking to it: Dedicated team site care using gum mastic…

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Jul222020

3 Questions With Maureen Spencer, RN, M.Ed., CIC

Healthcare Education, Infection Prevention, SSI

Expert Recommendations on Improving Surgical Care 3 Questions With… features some of the finest thought leaders in healthcare specialties such as Infection Prevention, Vascular Access, Surgical Care and more. These experts answer questions on the latest insights, evidence and current practices. For our newest 3 Questions With… Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature Maureen Spencer, RN, M.Ed.,…

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Jul82020

Extinguishing the Burnout Caused by COVID-19

Healthcare Education

Limited Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), concern for exposure, distractions at home, uncertainty about the future – The current COVID-19 crisis has brought a host of challenges that contribute to healthcare workers feeling overwhelmed and burned out. Eloquest Healthcare has interviewed Terri and Rob Bogue, the authors of “Extinguishing Burnout,” about the signs of burnout and…

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Jun102020

Getting it Right the First Time: Reaching One Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) Per Patient Visit With Lean Multimodal Strategy

Healthcare Education, Vascular Access

Lee Steere (RN, CRNI, VA-BC) holds national certification in Certified Registered Nurse Infusion as well as Vascular Access Board Certification. An RN for 21 years, he is the Manager of IV Therapy Services at Hartford Hospital in Harford, CT. He co-chairs the hospital’s Medical-Surgical Clinical Value Analysis Committee and is a member of their HAI…

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May272020

3 Questions with Kathleen Vollman MSN, RN, CCNS, FCCM, FAAN

Healthcare Education

Benefits of Improved Fundamental Nursing Care 3 Questions With… features some of the finest thought leaders in healthcare specialties such as Infection Prevention, Vascular Access, Surgical Care and more. These experts answer questions on the latest insights, evidence and current practices. For our newest 3 Questions With… Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature Kathleen Vollman, MSN, RN, CCNS,…

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May112020

Unplanned Extubations in the ICU Put Patients and Providers at Risk

Healthcare Education, Mastisol Liquid Adhesive

ICU admissions in hospitals across the US have skyrocketed amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Recent reports indicate that severe hypoxic respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation is the most common reason a COVID-19 patient is admitted to the ICU.1 While projections have varied widely, worst-case scenario estimates by the American Hospital Association cite a potential impact…

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Apr272020

Stories from the Community Meet Swapna Kakani: Short Bowel Syndrome Warrior

Healthcare Education, Infection Prevention, Mastisol Liquid Adhesive

Swapna Kakani was diagnosed at birth with a rare chronic disease, Short Bowel Syndrome. For 27 years, Swapna has lived with supplemental intravenous nutrition and a feeding tube (from 0-24 she had a gastrostomy tube and from 24 onwards she has had an ileostomy). She has undergone several surgeries at multiple hospitals throughout the United…

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Apr152020

Stories from the Community Meet Isabelle Edwards: Type 2 Diabetes & Gastroperisis Warrior

Detachol Adhesive Remover, Healthcare Education, Mastisol Liquid Adhesive

Isabelle Edwards is known across the internet as the Diabetes Diva, and if you ever have the privilege of meeting her, you will understand why! Isabelle lives with Type 2 Diabetes, but her enthusiasm for life, her kindness, and her glamour are what you remember after spending time with her. She is a fierce advocate…

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