Abstract
Blue Bulb Syringes (BBSs) are multi-use devices for clearing oronasal secretions in neonates and children. BBSs are known to harbor pathogenic bacteria; effective methods for disinfection are critical to prevent possible transmission of disease. This pilot experimental study identified three low-cost, widely-available antiseptics for killing bacterial growth in a BBS.
Sigma Membership
Beta Phi
Lead Author Affiliation
The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, Alabama, USA
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Blue Bulb Syringes, Disinfection, Oronasopharyngeal Suctioning
Recommended Citation
Hanson, Linda Angell, "Recommended antiseptics for killing bacterial growth in neonatal blue bulb syringes: Addressing a clinical issue" (2017). Convention. 64.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2017/posters_2017/64
Conference Name
44th Biennial Convention
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Conference Year
2017
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Recommended antiseptics for killing bacterial growth in neonatal blue bulb syringes: Addressing a clinical issue
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Blue Bulb Syringes (BBSs) are multi-use devices for clearing oronasal secretions in neonates and children. BBSs are known to harbor pathogenic bacteria; effective methods for disinfection are critical to prevent possible transmission of disease. This pilot experimental study identified three low-cost, widely-available antiseptics for killing bacterial growth in a BBS.
Description
44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.