What Role Do Nurses Play in Reducing Hospital Mortality?
Nurses are integral to reducing hospital mortality through several key roles:
- Patient Monitoring: Nurses provide continuous monitoring, which helps in early detection of complications. - Care Coordination: They coordinate care among different healthcare professionals, ensuring that treatment plans are effectively implemented. - Patient Education: Educating patients and their families about care plans, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications. - Infection Control: Implementing strict infection control measures to prevent hospital-acquired infections. - Clinical Competence: Utilizing evidence-based practices and maintaining high standards of clinical competence.
