Arteriovenous (AV) graft infection part 4

Infection prevention is critical for vascular access maintenance. Strict dialysis precaustions and aseptic technique are important in preventing and minimizing access infection. The World Health Organization recommends washing hands as follows:

1. Before touching a patient
2. Before clean/aseptic procedures
3. After body fluid exposure risk
4. After touching a patient
5. After touching patient surroundings