Intravenous Lines Being Dressed Using Sterile Technique with a 2-×2-Inch

question 15

Multiple Choice

Intravenous lines being dressed using sterile technique with a 2-×2-inch gauze and occlusive sterile tape versus a transparent dressing are being evaluated for infection rates. These data are collected and compared with current research to suggest an opportunity for improvement. This is an example of:

• A) best practice evaluation.
• B) current practice critique.
• C) practice difference analysis.
• D) performance gap assessment.

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Definitions:

Breast Milk

The milk produced by human breasts or mammary glands, specifically to feed infants and babies.

Active

Engaged in action; not passive, involving engagement in physical or mental activities.

Posterior Tibial Pulse

The pulse felt over the posterior tibial artery, located behind the inner ankle, which can provide information about circulatory health.

Dependent Position

A body position that is lower than the heart, often used to describe the positioning of limbs for medical examination or procedures.