Questions

Describe one evidence-based practice guideline derived from nursing research that can be used in nursing practice. Discuss the components of the practice guideline and how it could be implemented in your current healthcare practice setting.

Often on a “Clinical Practice Nursing Committee,”  we use previously established evidence-based practice guidelines for standards of care. This is a process whereby the generation of  data and topics have been well-researched and established. There are also events or practice issues that need to be evaluated/researched in your institution.  Answer both questions below: Identify one […]

Discuss the relevance of patient data for demonstrating more positive patient outcomes. How will collection of patient data impact your practice? How does use of patient data impact HIPAA?

Answer both questions below. How can electronic health record ( EHR) data be used to improve safety and health outcomes on your unit? Of the data you collect from patient admission to discharge, what percentage is used to guide nursing care?

Review the American Nurses Association (A.N.A.) week four readings on health and policy, health systems reform, nursing staff ratios and caring coordination.  Discuss three aspects from the recommendations that you, as a nurse leader, could use to support the practice of registered nurses in a healthcare setting.

Healthcare facilities have grown in many cases to multiple campuses or affiliations with other systems which may include one or more  teaching hospitals outside your geographic area). As this trend continues, marketing efforts increase. Answer both questions below. Has this trend occurred in your institution or geographic area? What effect has this trend had on […]