Discussion Post: Nurse Advocate
• What is your experience as a nurse advocate in the emergency department? Please provide an example if possible
• As you think about situations for improved patient care in the emergency department what makes a situation an ethical dilemma versus an opportunity to be an advocate?
• Identify two specific actions that you can take in your current practice setting to advocate for a "culture of safety."
• In your current or past practice, has there been a patient advocate available for staff, patients, and families?
• If so, describe the patient advocate's role and how you utilized this person in an advocacy situation.
• If not, state why you believe this role is important. Provide evidence to support to your response
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.