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. 2024 Dec 1;56(6):236-238.
doi: 10.1097/JNN.0000000000000795.

Methods for Developing Neuroscience Nursing Clinical Practice Guidelines

Joan L Censullo, Deborah S Tran, Angela Starkweather

Methods for Developing Neuroscience Nursing Clinical Practice Guidelines

Joan L Censullo et al. J Neurosci Nurs. .

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) and evidence-based clinical reviews help guide nursing practice. The American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN) has published guidelines for more than 25 years. METHODS: The AANN CPGs are developed using predefined search terms based on PICO (population, intervention, comparison, outcome) questions formulated a priori followed by evaluation of the evidence and creation of recommendations using methodologies of the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation. DISCUSSION: Neuroscience nurses provide care for a specialized population with unique nursing care considerations. The CPG series has been rigorously developed to provide relevant context and practice recommendations to improve this care. CONCLUSION: This article establishes the methodology by which AANN CPGs are developed.

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