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  • Nursing Practice
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement
  • Health Services Management

Background:

  • Standard Operational Protocols (SOPs) are foundational for consistent healthcare delivery.
  • The Donabedian model provides a framework for evaluating healthcare quality.
  • Understanding the practical application of SOPs in nursing is essential for quality assurance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the implementation of Standard Operational Protocols (SOPs) within nursing professional practice.
  • To identify the strengths and weaknesses of SOP implementation using Donabedian's framework.
  • To inform strategies for improving nursing care quality through protocol adherence.

Main Methods:

  • Evaluative research employing a quantitative approach.
  • Study conducted with nursing professionals in São Paulo health units.
  • Data collected through document analysis and questionnaires.

Main Results:

  • 247 nursing professionals reported altered intervention practices post-SOP implementation.
  • Identified weaknesses include staffing shortages, inadequate infrastructure, and material scarcity.
  • Key strengths include material standardization and a focus on patient safety by management and staff.

Conclusions:

  • Reassessment of existing SOPs is necessary for optimizing their effectiveness.
  • A strategy of continuous professional education is vital for enhancing the quality of nursing care.
  • Addressing identified weaknesses is crucial for maximizing the benefits of SOPs.