Table 3.
Comparison of pre- and postevaluation results
| Parameters | Preevaluation (n=30) | Postevaluation (n=30) | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verbal consent obtained | 25 | 30 | 0.023 |
| Drugs and instruments arranged before the procedure | 27 | 30 | 0.083 |
| Two nursing staff involvement | 7 | 19 | 0.000 |
| Drug expiry cross-check | 8 | 25 (n=28) | 0.000 |
| Needle not touch by the nurses during insertion | 6 (n=10) | 14 (n=14) | 0.037 |
| Adequate amount of saline flush administered | 25 | 30 | 0.023 |
| Positive pressure administration during saline push | 25 | 30 | 0.023 |
| Signs of extravasation observed | 24 | 30 | 0.006 |
| Line infections (CLABSI rate per 1000 catheter days) n=12 | 3 | 0 | 0.000 |
CLABSI: Central line-associated bloodstream infection