Nurse training aims to cut infections in young cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07345598

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a training program for pediatric oncology nurses improves their knowledge and infection prevention behaviors when caring for central venous catheters (CVCs). Thirty nurses will receive education including a presentation, video, and hands-on practice. Their knowledge and observed practices will be measured before and after training.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

educational training program (PowerPoint, video, hands-on practice with mannequin)

What this could lead to

If successful, this training could improve nurse knowledge and reduce infections in children with central venous catheters.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 nurses, so results may not apply broadly. It measures knowledge and behaviors, not actual infection rates.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for PEDIATRIC CANCER are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood malignant neoplasm neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Acıbadem Maslak Hospital - Pediatric Oncology Unit

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••