Technique/Maintenance Peripheral IVs
chlorhexidine
Pronunciation
(klor-h
k's
-d
n)
Definitions
A bisbiguanide used as a topical disinfectant.
Application
A skin prep for 20 seconds with Chlorhexidine (gluconate) should be used prior to insertion of the peripheral catheter.
Keep in Mind
As a site prep, 2% chlorhexidine gluconate and 70% isopropyl alcohol significantly reduces microbial counts over a 24-hour period.
*NOTE: Refer to Bonus Phillips 15 Steps: Cannulation , Phillips 15 Steps.