Nurses play a critical role in the implementation of patient care protocols: - Education: Nurses must be educated about the protocols and understand their importance. - Assessment: Conducting thorough patient assessments to identify needs and risks. - Documentation: Accurately documenting all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity and compliance. - Communication: Effectively communicating with the healthcare team and the patient to ensure that protocols are followed. - Evaluation: Continuously evaluating the effectiveness of protocols and making adjustments as needed.