Central Line–Associated Bloodstream Infections and Advanced Practice Providers: Identifying Opportunities for Prevention Efforts

Central venous catheters can be a vital part of patient care in the hospital setting but are at high risk of infection. Central line–associated bloodstream infections pose a high risk of morbidity, mortality, and increased hospital costs. The purpose of this project is to assess the practices and learning needs of advanced practice providers (nurse practitioners and physician assistants) in the provision of evidence-based care to patients with central venous catheters in the hospital setting. This can guide further educational initiatives for central line–associated bloodstream infection prevention.