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According to the CDC, what is a new technology that could help prevent CAUTI?
Portable ultrasound devices can be used to assess urine volume in order to reduce unnecessary catheterizations in some patients.
Bard silver-alloy coated catheters, may also reduce the risk of CAUTI.
Electronic medical record systems can also be utilized for CAUTI prevention efforts. Such systems can be used to document indications for catheter placement and monitor dates and times of catheter insertions and removals. Electronic alerts or reminders can also be used to prompt clinicians to remove unnecessary catheters.