A nurse is attempting to change the method for documenting patient care in a hospital setting. Which of the following should be considered before planning change? Select all that apply
A) What is amenable to change?
B) How does the group function as a unit?
C) Is the group ready for change?
D) Are the changes major or minor?
E) What are the consequences of change?
F) Who should institute change?
A, B, C, D
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a. Improved work performance b. Increase in expertise c. Improved efficiency and outcomes d. Increased workload e. Increased error reporting
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