You are the nurse manager of a nursing service organization that provides around-the-clock care to patients in their homes.To achieve an optimal outcome for a patient who is recovering from a hip replacement,the nursing staff will probably follow the nursing care guidelines presented in which of the following?
A) Nursing care plan.
B) Physician's orders.
C) Critical pathway.
D) Clinical practice guidelines.

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Critical pathways are care plans that detail the essential steps in patient care for specific diagnoses and procedures, such as a hip replacement. They are designed to achieve optimal outcomes by standardizing care and ensuring that it is delivered in a timely and efficient manner.

You Are the Nurse Manager of a Nursing Service Organization