For every problem, a solution

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|May 29, 2014
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Summary

Effective problem-solving is a crucial nursing skill. Nurses should explore various problem-solving models to find a technique that best suits their individual practice and enhances patient care outcomes.

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