Table 1 Methods of parenteral nutrition (PN) line management employed in the study
From: Prevention of neonatal late-onset sepsis: a randomised controlled trial
Standard technique | Study Intervention bundle |
|---|---|
Parenteral nutrition (PN) line changes were performed by one nurse using a no touch sterile technique but without mask, surgical scrub, or gown and gloves | Parenteral nutrition (PN) line changes by two nurses, one performing a surgical scrub and wearing a mask, gown and gloves to prevent breach of sterility. |
PN lines were used as needed for other compatible infusions such as sedatives | PN lines were not used for other infusions, unless the infusion fluids were prepared and changed using the study intervention techniques |
PN lines were used for boluses of medications including antibiotics | PN lines were only used for other medications in an emergency or if no other route could reasonably be used |