Integrating nurse practitioners into the ICU requires structured practice teams and infrastructure to provide 24/7 evidence-based care.
May warrant structured NP ICU teams for 24/7 care; leaves open optimal models pending prospective trials.
Before integrating nurse practitioners into a critical care environment, it is important to understand the infrastructure and support necessary to guide clinical practice and utilization. NP practice teams should be structured with a cohesive strategy to provide 24/7 patient coverage and consistency in evidence-based care.
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