CAUTI Prevention Bundle Checklist
Implement evidence-based catheter-associated urinary tract infection prevention bundle including appropriate use, aseptic insertion, and daily review for removal.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily / Each catheter
- Estimated Time: 5-10 minutes
- Role: Nurse/Physician
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: CDC CAUTI Prevention, Joint Commission NPSG.07.06.01, CMS HAI Reduction
Catheter Indication Review
Appropriate use criteria
- Acute urinary retention or obstruction?
- Need for accurate output in critical illness?
- Perioperative use for selected surgeries?
- Open sacral or perineal wound (incontinent)?
- Prolonged immobilization?
- Hospice/comfort care?
- Indication documented in medical record?
Insertion Technique (if new)
Aseptic insertion
- Hand hygiene performed?
- Sterile technique used?
- Sterile equipment and drapes used?
- Smallest appropriate catheter size used?
- Securement device applied?
Catheter Maintenance
Daily care requirements
- Closed drainage system maintained?
- Bag below bladder level?
- Bag off floor?
- Tubing unkinked and unobstructed?
- Meatal care performed?
- Bag emptied regularly using clean technique?
Daily Necessity Assessment
Daily removal consideration
- Continued indication present?
- Removal actively considered?
- Physician notified if no indication?
- Alternatives considered (external, intermittent)?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
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Why Use This CAUTI Prevention Bundle Checklist?
This cauti prevention bundle checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for nurse/physician professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / each catheter.
Ensures compliance with CDC CAUTI Prevention, Joint Commission NPSG.07.06.01, CMS HAI Reduction. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CAUTI Prevention Bundle Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 6 sections: Catheter Indication Review, Insertion Technique (if new), Catheter Maintenance, Daily Necessity Assessment, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / each catheter. Each completion takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
Who should use this CAUTI Prevention Bundle Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Nurse/Physician professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.