Moisture and proximity to respiratory or tracheostomy secretions may explain elevated risk with internal jugular insertion. Consideration of comfort, security and maintenance of asepsis should guide site selection.
Hand washing remains a cornerstone of infection prevention and control.
It is advisable to check the manufacturer's recommendations, as some products may be incompatible with alcohol preparations. However, it may be prudent to use an antiseptic formulation for hand washing prior to insertion of any intravascular device. Data are lacking regarding the degree to which aseptic barrier precautions should be used for midline and peripheral arterial lines. It is advisable to check manufacturers' recommendations as some products may be incompatible with alcohol preparations. Data are lacking to recommend for or against the removal of iodophor after application.