The nurse manager of an ICU wants to implement the revised policy and

QUESTION

The nurse manager of an ICU wants to implement the revised policy and procedure on central line catheter care. What would be the most effective method of getting the staff nurses to incorporate a new evidence-based practice into their care?

a. Conducting an interactive educational workshop
b. Distributing educational materials on clinical units
c. Sharing the results of a chart audit with staff
d. Providing staff with a short DVD on the topic

ANSWER:

ANS: A
Dobbins et al. suggest that effective strategies for promoting behavioral change in health professionals include active involvement strategies such as face-to-face information sessions in small groups and one-to-one interactions. Other approaches have mixed or few results.