Device-associated Module

Description: This course presents the surveillance methods, definitions, and metrics for CLIP.

Objectives: By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Describe the rationale for using the CLIP process tool in NHSN.
• Identify the structure of the Device-associated Module in NHSN.
• Define the key terms and protocols used for collecting CLIP process data.
• Identify the method used to collect and record CLIP data.
• Discuss using CLIP data to improve patient safety.

Length: 1 hour

Intended Participants

• Patient Safety Primary Contact
• Infection Preventionists
• Healthcare Epidemiologists
• State HAI Coordinators
• Quality Specialists
• Data entry staff

Prerequisites:

• Introduction to the Patient Safety Component
• Introduction to the Device-associated Module

Resource Materials

• Central Line Insertion Practices (CLIP) Adherence Protocol [PDF - 76 KB]
• Central Line Insertion Practices (CLIP) Adherence Monitoring Form
• Tables of Instructions  [PDF - 422 KB] January 2012.

Related Courses

• Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) Surveillance