A medical ward has rising catheter-associated urinary tract infection rates. Chart review shows urinary catheters remain in place after strict

Question

A medical ward has rising catheter-associated urinary tract infection rates. Chart review shows urinary catheters remain in place after strict indications have ended. Which of the following is the most appropriate quality improvement measure?

Accepted Answer

Use catheter necessity reminders and nurse-driven removal protocols

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Treat every catheterized patient with prophylactic antibiotics

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Obtain daily urine cultures in asymptomatic patients

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Replace catheters weekly regardless of indication

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Use larger catheters for prevention

Catheter-associated UTI prevention — USMLE Step 3 MCQ

A medical ward has rising catheter-associated urinary tract infection rates. Chart review shows urinary catheters remain in place after strict indications have ended. Which of the following is the most appropriate quality improvement measure?