A primary care registered nurse is providing care within the nurse's scope of practice based on best practices. The nurse is implementing which action?

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Protocols are sets of actions that generally fall within the scope of registered nursing practice. They allow the nurse to implement care based on best practices, without requiring a provider's order. A standing order is one that allows PC RNs to use an algorithm or other written instructions to carry out clinical care on a provider's behalf for individuals who meet specific criteria. Providers may also create delegated orders for a specific individual, which should include all relevant information and specific treatment guidelines for the nurse to follow for that particular person. Delegated orders differ from standing orders in their focus; a standing order may apply to any individual who fits the population covered by that standing order, as described earlier. A delegated order is employed for a specific individual, either for a one-time event or for an ongoing medical need for that individual. Clinical decision support systems (CDSS) describe data tools that assist a care team member in making a decision about an individual's care whether it is planned care such as routine cancer screening or something that is condition specific such as foot checks or retinal screening for all individuals with diabetes.

A Primary Care Registered Nurse Is Providing Care Within the Nurse's