Question

Describe two evidence-based nursing practices or policies implemented

Answer 1

Ans) The science of translating research into practice is fairly new, there is some guiding evidence of what implementation interventions to use in promoting patient safety practices.

- However, there is no magic bullet for translating what is known from research into practice. To move evidence-based interventions into practice, several strategies may be needed.

Two evidence-based nursing practices or policies implemented:

1. Infection Control

The last thing a patient wants when going to a hospital for treatment is a hospital-acquired infection. Nurses play a key role in helping to prevent illness before it happens by adhering to evidence-based infection-control policies. This includes keeping the healthcare environment clean, wearing personal protective clothing, using barrier precautions and practicing correct handwashing. Although nurses are busy with many responsibilities, the time it takes to control infection is well worth the effort.

2. Oxygen Use in Patients with COPD

For patient health and safety, it is essential that nurses follow evidence-based practice in nursing when it comes to giving oxygen to patients with COPD. Despite the belief by some that providing oxygen to these patients can create serious issues such as hypercarbia, acidosis or even death, the evidence-based protocol is to provide oxygen to COPD patients. This practice can help prevent hypoxia and organ failure. Giving oxygen, which is the correct treatment based on the evidence, can enhance COPD patients’ quality of life and help them live longer.