Nurse Leader and Manager Decisions

• Consider all the alternatives. The possible causes of chest pain include a heart attack, a panic attack, and indigestion. The options for care include medication, surgery, and lifestyle changes.
• Identify the best alternative. The best alternative will depend on the patient's individual circumstances. In this case, the patient is diagnosed with a heart attack and is given medication and surgery.
• Develop and implement a plan of action. The plan of action includes taking the patient to the hospital, administering medication, and scheduling surgery.
• Evaluate and monitor the solution. The patient's progress is monitored to ensure that the treatment is effective.

The DECIDE model is a flexible tool that can be adapted to different clinical situations. It can be used to make decisions about patient care, resource allocation, and quality improvement. By following the DECIDE model, nurse leaders and managers can make informed decisions that are in the best interests of their patients.

Here is an example of how I would use the DECIDE model in a clinical situation:

• Define the problem. A patient is experiencing chest pain.
• Establish the criteria. The goal of the decision is to determine the cause of the chest pain and to provide the patient with the best possible care. The factors that need to be considered include the patient's medical history, the symptoms, and the results of diagnostic tests.
• Consider all the alternatives. The possible causes of chest pain include a heart attack, a panic attack, and indigestion. The options for care include medication, surgery, and lifestyle changes.
• Identify the best alternative. The best alternative will depend on the patient's individual circumstances. In this case, the patient is diagnosed with a heart attack and is given medication and surgery.
• Develop and implement a plan of action. The plan of action includes taking the patient to the hospital, administering medication, and scheduling surgery.