Clinical Inquiry for Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)

Clinical Inquiry

Definition/Etiology:

• N/A

Pathophysiology:

• Staying current
  • Evidence-based research
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Quality Improvement

Noticing: Assessment & Recognizing Cues:

• Quality Improvement
• Recognize problems
• Involved in decisions
• Create an improvement plan
• Implement improvement plan
• Evaluate for effectiveness

Interpreting: Analyzing & Planning:

• PDSA model
  • Have model on slide. Will talk through each element and how the nurse is involved in the process.

Responding: Patient Interventions & Taking Action:

• N/A

Reflecting: Evaluating Patient Outcomes:

• N/A

Linchpins (Key Points):

• EBR, EBP, and QI practices should guide practice.