Table 3 Nurses’ knowledge on intravenous cannula-related infection prevention working in Northwest Amhara regional state comprehensive specialized hospitals, 2022 (n=412)
Knowledge questions towards IV cannula-related infection prevention | Correct answer (True/False) | Response | |
|---|---|---|---|
Correctly answered (Yes) | Incorrectly answered (No) | ||
The cannula gauge 14-20G suitable for adult patients, 22-24G suitable for pediatrics patient, to use for peripheral intravenous cannula insertion. | T | 310 (75.2%) | 102(24.8%) |
The upper or lower extremities for adult and also the scalp (in neonates or young infants) can be used as peripheral intravenous cannula insertion site. | T | 343 (83.3%) | 69 (16.7%) |
Peripheral IV cannula can be used only for 48-72 hours if no signs and symptoms of complication. | T | 276 (67%) | 136 (33%) |
Phlebitis is the most identifiable infection related to peripheral intravenous cannula. | T | 308 (74.8%) | 104 (25.2%) |
The environment situations will not be influence the risk of infection related to intravenous cannula. | F | 267 (64.8%) | 145 (35.2%) |
Hand hygiene before procedure for IV cannula insertion is important in order to prevent infection | T | 369 (89.6%) | 43 (10.4%) |
Maintaining aseptic technique only during insertion of intravenous cannula prevent infection occur. | F | 166 (40.3%) | 246 (59.7%) |
Wearing non-sterile gloves during insertion of intravenous cannula are advisable if the access site is not touched after the application of skin antiseptics. | T | 159 (38.6%) | 253 (61.4%) |
Skin preparations at insertion site are require before intravenous cannula inserted. | T | 337 (81.8%) | 75 (18.2%) |
Increase attempts for cannula insertion will not increase the risk of infection. | F | 246 (59.7%) | 166 (40.3%) |
Try again at the same place after the third failed venipuncture Attempt is recommended. | T | 99 (24%) | 313 (76%) |
It is best to not use small, near veins at the arterial sites, joints, And hardened veins. | T | 289 (70.1%) | 123 (29.9%) |
Central venous cannula insertion predisposes patients to higher risk of blood stream infections. | T | 289 (70.1%) | 123 (29.9%) |
Patients with intravenous cannula are on risk of nosocomial infection. | T | 221 (53.6%) | 191 (46.4%) |
Changing IV sets used to administer blood, blood product, or fat emulsion within24 hours of initiating infusion is not recommended. | F | 202 (49%) | 210 (51%) |
IV cannula has to be flushed with Normal Saline following any intravenous Medications. | T | 257 (62.4%) | 155 (37.6%) |
The insertion sites of the cannula on the lower extremity were the same infection risks as compared to the upper extremities. | F | 186 (45.1%) | 226 (54.9%) |
Utilizing transparent dressing is helpful for recognizing the early infection signs. | T | 285 (69.2%) | 127 (30.8%) |
Cannula with a larger diameter is used to pump fluids and medications faster and in greater quantity. | T | 283 (68.7%) | 129 (31.3%) |
Removing intravenous cannula immediately if not in use, will help to reduce risk of infection occur. | T | 296 (71.8%) | 116 (28.2%) |
Routinely replacing central venous cannula without signs and symptoms of any complication do not prevent cannula-related infections | T | 182 (44.2%) | 230 (55.8%) |
Use steel needles cannulas are recommended for the administration of fluids and medication. | F | 165 (40%) | 247 (60%) |
Use subclavian site, rather than a jugular or a femoral site, for central venous access in adult patients is recommended. | T | 193 (46.8%) | 219 (53.2%) |
Not use topical antibiotic ointment or creams on intravenous cannula insertion sites, except for dialysis patients is recommended. | T | 234 (56.8%) | 178 (43.2%) |
Use routinely anticoagulant therapy to reduce the risk of cannula-related infections is advisable. | F | 201 (48.8%) | 211 (51.2%) |
Avoid using the femoral vein for central venous access in adult patients is advisable. | T | 241 (58.5%) | 171 (41.5%) |