A client with a central venous catheter develops a central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI). The nurse understands that which route is likely the potential cause for this type of infection?

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The risk of central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is a prominent concern. Although CLABSI rates have been declining due to implementation of evidence-based practices to reduce CLABSI, preventing infections continues to be a priority due to the associated morbidity and mortality (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2016). Some factors that increase risk are microbes either at the insertion site or catheter hub, location of catheterization (internal jugular or femoral sites are higher risk than subclavian), prolonged catheter duration, inappropriate catheter care, neutropenia, and infusion of TPN (Marschall et al., 2014). Infection is less common among female clients, clients receiving antibiotics via the catheter, and with use of catheters coated or impregnated with minocycline and rifampin (Marschall et al., 2014).

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