A nurse is appointed as chairperson of the Policy and Procedures
Committee at a 50 bed hospital. After reviewing the current procedures
book, the nurse notices that there are no policies or procedures for use
of equipment by personnel. Which of the following recommendations
should the nurse make to correct the lack of policy and procedures
concerning use of equipment?
A. Have a subcommittee or work group write procedures relating to the
proper use of all pieces of equipment used by nursing staff
B. Use a current nursing procedures textbook relating to the proper use of
all pieces of equipment used by nursing staff
C. Use a database like the Cochrane Library for evidence-based practices
for nurses
D. Collect and publish the manufacturers' instructions for all pieces of
equipment used by nursing staff