evidence-based practice
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best clinical evidence in making patient care decisions to achieve cost-
effective, high-quality care based on scientific inquiry.
1: Frame clinical questions
2: gather evidence
3: assess the evidence
4: make your clinical decision
ask questions, search, critically appraise, implement, evaluate.
clinical practice of nurses needs to be based on scientific knowledge with
proof that the knowledge is effective.
EBP- enhances healthcare quality, improves patient outcomes, reduces
cost and empowers clinicians.
it is the collection of facts.
, collections of research.
If it cannot be repeated, then it cannot be proved!!!
Provides highest quality of care.
be careful with "internet searches."
websites with ending with .edu, or .gov are often more reputable.
insurance companies are beginning to only pat for healthcare practices
based only if their effectiveness is supported by scientific evidence.
What is "just culture"?
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the promotion of open discussion whenever mistakes occur, or nearly
occur, without fear of punishment.
Infection control
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, Hand Hygiene:
Regular and thorough handwashing with soap and water or using alcohol-
based hand sanitizers is one of the most effective measures to prevent the
spread of infections.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Proper use of PPE, such as masks, gloves, gowns, and eye protection, is
essential to protect healthcare workers and individuals from exposure to
infectious agents.
Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette:
Encourage individuals to cover their mouths and noses with a tissue or
elbow when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissues properly and
perform hand hygiene afterward.
Safe Injection Practices:
Ensure the proper and safe use of needles and other medical instruments
to prevent the transmission of infections through contaminated blood or
bodily fluids.
Environmental Cleaning:
Regular cleaning and disinfection of surfaces, equipment, and commonly
touched objects help prevent the spread of pathogens. This is crucial in
healthcare settings, public places, and households.
Waste Management:
Proper disposal of medical waste, including sharps, is critical to prevent
contamination and the spread of infections.
Isolation Precautions:
Implementing isolation precautions, such as contact, droplet, or airborne
precautions, depending on the mode of transmission of a specific
pathogen, helps contain infections and protect healthcare workers and
patients.
reducing fever
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, -Antipyretics: acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), ASA (aspirin) is
not given to children under 2 years old or to teens recovering from flu
-Antibiotics
-Cool the body (cool bath, washcloth)
Foster or Adoptive Family:
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Comprises parents and children who are not biologically related but have
formed a family through adoption or foster care.
Provides a home for children who cannot live with their birth families.
Paperwork Completion
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Complete all necessary paperwork for the transfer
Missed understood information is:
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when the listener did not hear or cannot comprehend the message due to
factors such as language or intellectual barrier, distraction during the
communication, or other reasons the listener did not get the information.
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best clinical evidence in making patient care decisions to achieve cost-
effective, high-quality care based on scientific inquiry.
1: Frame clinical questions
2: gather evidence
3: assess the evidence
4: make your clinical decision
ask questions, search, critically appraise, implement, evaluate.
clinical practice of nurses needs to be based on scientific knowledge with
proof that the knowledge is effective.
EBP- enhances healthcare quality, improves patient outcomes, reduces
cost and empowers clinicians.
it is the collection of facts.
, collections of research.
If it cannot be repeated, then it cannot be proved!!!
Provides highest quality of care.
be careful with "internet searches."
websites with ending with .edu, or .gov are often more reputable.
insurance companies are beginning to only pat for healthcare practices
based only if their effectiveness is supported by scientific evidence.
What is "just culture"?
Give this one a try later!
the promotion of open discussion whenever mistakes occur, or nearly
occur, without fear of punishment.
Infection control
Give this one a try later!
, Hand Hygiene:
Regular and thorough handwashing with soap and water or using alcohol-
based hand sanitizers is one of the most effective measures to prevent the
spread of infections.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Proper use of PPE, such as masks, gloves, gowns, and eye protection, is
essential to protect healthcare workers and individuals from exposure to
infectious agents.
Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette:
Encourage individuals to cover their mouths and noses with a tissue or
elbow when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissues properly and
perform hand hygiene afterward.
Safe Injection Practices:
Ensure the proper and safe use of needles and other medical instruments
to prevent the transmission of infections through contaminated blood or
bodily fluids.
Environmental Cleaning:
Regular cleaning and disinfection of surfaces, equipment, and commonly
touched objects help prevent the spread of pathogens. This is crucial in
healthcare settings, public places, and households.
Waste Management:
Proper disposal of medical waste, including sharps, is critical to prevent
contamination and the spread of infections.
Isolation Precautions:
Implementing isolation precautions, such as contact, droplet, or airborne
precautions, depending on the mode of transmission of a specific
pathogen, helps contain infections and protect healthcare workers and
patients.
reducing fever
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, -Antipyretics: acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil), ASA (aspirin) is
not given to children under 2 years old or to teens recovering from flu
-Antibiotics
-Cool the body (cool bath, washcloth)
Foster or Adoptive Family:
Give this one a try later!
Comprises parents and children who are not biologically related but have
formed a family through adoption or foster care.
Provides a home for children who cannot live with their birth families.
Paperwork Completion
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Complete all necessary paperwork for the transfer
Missed understood information is:
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when the listener did not hear or cannot comprehend the message due to
factors such as language or intellectual barrier, distraction during the
communication, or other reasons the listener did not get the information.
