Step 1: Read the following case study:

A nurse has an order to complete a procedure on a patient. After reading the procedure, the nurse notices that it is not best practice and it has not been updated for 6 years. The nurse takes this issue to the nurse leader (charge nurse) and the nurse manager (unit manager).

Step 2: Your first post is based on the first letter of your last name. For example, if your last name is Smith, you would answer the nurse manager question. Please review the differences in these roles before posting.

Step 3: Reply to classmates in either group.

Your discussion post should look like:

• Paragraph one: What would you do as a nurse leader or nurse manager (depending on your last name) if your policy or procedure conflicts with the most recent evidence? Describe your response to this nurse.
• Paragraph two: Why is it important to update policies and procedures? What are the risks if they are outdated?
• Paragraph three: What is your role as a nurse leader or nurse manager (depending on your last name) in assuring policies or procedures are up to date?
• Resources: Where did you find your data?

Answer

As a nurse manager, I would first thank the reporting nurse for her diligence and willingness to correct patient care that is not evidence-based best practice for our patients. I would ask the nurse if she has any recommendations for updating the policy/procedure and then invite her to help with researching and updating the policy…………………… Kindly click the purchase icon to access the full solution for $6 or WHATSAPP +254712575747