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The RN evaluating a clinical practice guideline is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and levels of evidence. Assessment data include a dashboard shows catheter-associated infection rates above the benchmark for 2 months. Which action is appropriate within the RN scope of practice?

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Prescribe new medications without a provider order.Assess, analyze cues, implement nursing interventions per orders, teach, evaluate outcomes, and question unsafe orders.Independently diagnose the medical disease and prescribe treatment.Delegate nursing assessment and evaluation on an unstable client.

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B. Assess, analyze cues, implement nursing interventions per orders, teach, evaluate outcomes, and question unsafe orders.

Why

RNs assess, coordinate care, teach, and evaluate. Diagnosis and prescribing are provider responsibilities.

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The RN evaluating a clinical practice guideline is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and levels of evidence. Assessment data include a dashboard shows catheter-associated infection rates above the benchmark for 2 months. Which action is appropriate within the RN scope of practice?

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