Discussion Post: Procedures and Evidence
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).
• What would you do as a nurse manager if your policy or procedure conflicts with the most recent evidence? Describe your response to this nurse.
• Why is it important to update policies and procedures? What are the risks if they are outdated?
• What is your role as a nurse manager in assuring policies or procedures are up to date?
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.