What are Nursing Interventions?
Nursing interventions are actions taken by nurses to achieve patient outcomes. Each intervention should have a rationale based on evidence.
Types of Interventions
- Independent: Actions the nurse can perform without a doctor's order
- Dependent: Actions that require a doctor's order
- Collaborative: Actions performed with other healthcare team members
Common Interventions and Rationales
- Positioning: Promotes comfort and prevents complications
- Medication Administration: Follows the 6 rights of medication administration
- Patient Education: Empowers patients to manage their health