The nurse identifies an intervention that has been proven to enhance patient safety. What should the nurse do before implementing this intervention?
a. Analyze the intervention to determine if it is appropriate for the patient.
b. Ask the charge nurse if the intervention can be implemented.
c. Find out if the patient wants the intervention to be performed.
d. Conduct a pilot study to see if the intervention works on the care area.
ANS: A
It takes critical thinking to use safety interventions at the right times and in the right circumstances. Using them appropriately helps provide safer care with fewer errors. A. The nurse does not need to ask for permission to use a safety intervention. C. The patient will most likely want all safety interventions to be used. D. A pilot study does not need to be conducted before implementing a safety intervention.
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