Clinical nurse specialist CNS
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Despite many efforts on the local and national levels to improve compliance with hand hygiene practices such as hand washing, compliance among healthcare workers remains low. This article will discuss the clinical nurse specialists' use of a collaborative governance structure to provide peer-to-peer education and accountability for hand hygiene compliance in the medical intensive care unit.
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Comparative Study
Evaluating an insulin infusion protocol in an acute care setting.
The objective of the present study was to evaluate the adherence, safety, and effectiveness of a paper versus an electronic insulin infusion protocol. ⋯ Adherence, safety, and effectiveness can be achieved when using insulin infusion in the medical-surgical setting.
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The objective of the study was to measure outcomes following implementation of standardized order sets for managing patients with severe sepsis/septic shock. ⋯ Administrative support, team collaboration, and standardized order sets can lead to improved process of care.
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The objective of the study was to demonstrate how the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) in community health effectively responds to community need. RATIONALE/BACKGROUND: A needs assessment revealed high rates of asthma in the community and a request from nurses for more information on the care and management of persons with asthma. PROJECT/INTERVENTION: The intervention brings evidence-based continuing education on asthma to nurses using the Nurse Asthma Care Education program developed by the National Respiratory Training Center and the University of Michigan to increase nursing awareness of the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Asthma Guidelines and encourage nursing leadership in asthma control activities. ⋯ The CNS can significantly impact community health by identifying and addressing the needs of those who provide care in the community.