Prevention of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection

To ensure that nurses in acute care are able to:

A. Define CAUTI

B. Describe the epidemiology of CAUTI

C. Define indications for IUC

D. Identify evidence-based strategies and interventions for the prevention of CAUTI

E. Describe the key components of a nurse-driven protocol for IUC removal

F. Understand how to engage an interdisciplinary team in the prevention and management of CAUTIs in the setting

Pressure Injury (PI) Prevention

A. Prevention of PI

B. Early recognition of PI development and skin changes

Physical Restraints

To eliminate the use of physical restraints and side rails in acute and critical care settings.

Perioperative Care of the Older Adult

To restore physiological stability, prevent complications, maintain comfort and safety, and preserve preillness functional ability and quality of life in older adults throughout the perioperative continuum.