Nurses can reduce risk through various strategies, including:
1. Adherence to Protocols: Following established clinical guidelines and protocols helps maintain consistency and safety in patient care. 2. Hand Hygiene: Proper hand hygiene practices significantly reduce the transmission of infections. 3. Patient Education: Educating patients about their conditions, treatments, and preventive measures empowers them to take an active role in their health, reducing the risk of complications. 4. Medication Safety: Implementing checks and balances, such as the "five rights" of medication administration (right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, and right time), to prevent medication errors. 5. Use of Technology: Utilizing electronic health records (EHRs) and other technologies to track patient information accurately and reduce errors.
