On the West Surgery Unit,you Want to Institute a New

question 17

Multiple Choice

On the West Surgery unit,you want to institute a new system for checking armbands that evidence suggests may increase safety in medication administration.The system involves technology.Which of the following strategies may assist with rapid adoption of the technology and system?

• A)Employ a centralized decision-making approach.
• B)Use simulators for initial practice to build confidence.
• C)Bring in a nurse consultant who is familiar with the technology.
• D)Use early adopters among the staff as leaders and role models in implementation.

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