We wish to propose the mnemonic "HAIR" as a reminder for an important evidence-based bundle of patient care aimed at reducing the incidence of central line associated blood stream infections (CLABSI). We have found this mnemonic to be useful in teaching our resident physicians and nurses working in the Medical Intensive Care Unit of Hadassah University Hospital, Jerusalem. The mnemonic constantly reminds us of recently established evidence-based preventive measures which are easily implemented and should be used in intensive care units around the world to prevent or at least limit the incidence of CLABSI. Each aspect of this mnemonic has been shown to improve patient care in the intensive care unit with regard to central line management and we hope others will find this mnemonic useful in their practice.
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