Beyond the surface: a color-inclusive guide to central line site assessment
Meredith Herrera, Siobhan Eichenblat, Eileen Campbell, Julia Shick, Heather Brown, Chelsea Brinkley, Shelley Kester, Jessica Layell, Catherine L Passaretti, Mindy M Sampson
TL;DR
This paper addresses the lack of diversity in central line site assessment education and offers practical guidance for all skin tones.
Contribution
The paper introduces a color-inclusive approach to central line site assessment, addressing underrepresented skin tones in current practices.
Findings
Current central-line assessment tools and education lack representation of diverse skin tones.
Practical guidance is provided for assessing central line sites in patients of all skin tones.
The paper highlights the importance of inclusive practices in medical assessments.
Abstract
Significant gaps exist in representation of diverse populations in central-line assessment education and tools. We review some of these gaps and provide some real-world guidance on how to assess central line sites in patients of all skin tones.
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TopicsPressure Ulcer Prevention and Management · Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis · Infection Control in Healthcare