Building consensus for nephrology nursing practice

Area of Science:

• Nursing Practice
• Healthcare Consensus Building

Background:

• The American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) convened meetings in 1994 to address consensus building in nephrology nursing.
• Establishing professional standards and guidelines is crucial for advancing nephrology nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the significance of consensus building in establishing nephrology nursing practice standards.
• To outline traditional methods and potential risks associated with consensus conferences.

Main Methods:

• The article discusses the design and procedural steps involved in conducting a consensus conference.
• It details the process of developing a final working document through collaborative efforts.

Main Results:

• Consensus conferences are vital for standardizing practices in specialized fields like nephrology nursing.
• Careful planning and execution are necessary to mitigate risks and ensure a productive outcome.

Conclusions:

• Effective consensus building is essential for the evolution and standardization of nephrology nursing.
• The presented framework offers a model for future practice-defining conferences within the nursing profession.