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NCLEX Question of the Day

October 1, 2026 Safe and Effective Care Environment

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Safe and Effective Care Environment QID 715

When leading a quality improvement initiative to reduce hospital-acquired infections, what is the key element for the nurse to consider?

  1. Making rapid, sweeping changes to existing protocols without staff input.

  2. Punishing staff who do not adhere to infection control measures.

  3. Focusing solely on hand hygiene practices.

  4. Correct answer Implementing evidence-based practices and educating staff on infection control protocols.

Rationale

Successful quality improvement initiatives for reducing infections should focus on implementing evidence-based practices and educating staff, ensuring comprehensive and sustainable changes in infection control.

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