Nursing practice and advanced practice nurses in contrast media safety management

Area of Science:

• Radiology and Imaging
• Nursing Science
• Patient Safety

Background:

• Diagnostic imaging departments face increasing demands due to technological advancements and a rise in procedures.
• Patients in diagnostic imaging often experience vulnerability and discomfort.
• Advanced practice nursing (APN) offers a holistic and expert care model.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight nursing interventions for contrast media safety in diagnostic imaging.
• To emphasize the role of APN in enhancing patient care within imaging departments.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing the nursing care process as a framework.
• Applying research, logical analysis, and critical reasoning.
• Focusing on interventions contributing to safety management.

Main Results:

• APN integration improves holistic patient care in diagnostic imaging.
• The nursing care process facilitates structured and evidence-based interventions.
• Specific nursing practices can significantly enhance contrast media safety.

Conclusions:

• Advanced practice nursing is crucial for optimizing patient safety in diagnostic imaging.
• Nursing interventions are vital for managing risks associated with contrast media.
• A holistic, process-driven nursing approach benefits vulnerable patients in imaging settings.