Nursing & Midwifery Decision Making Framework

Decision Making Framework (DMF)

• The Decision Making Framework (DMF) guides decisions related to scope of practice and delegation in Nursing & Midwifery.
• The DMF promotes safe, patient-centred, and evidence-based practices.
• It provides guidance for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and midwives on individual practice decisions, expanding scope of practice, and delegation.
• The DMF has two main parts: Principles of Decision Making & Nursing and Midwifery guides to Practice Decisions.

Principles of Decision Making

• Patient-Centered Care: The DMF prioritizes patient values, preferences, and needs in decision making.
• Evidence-Based Practice: The DMF incorporates the latest research findings and clinical expertise to ensure safe and effective care.
• Collaborative Approach: The DMF encourages collaboration among the healthcare team for comprehensive care solutions.

Nursing and Midwifery Guides to Practice Decisions

• Adherence to Professional Standards: The DMF emphasizes alignment with established professional standards and guidelines for safe and effective care.
• Ethical considerations: Practice decisions must reflect ethical principles such as beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice.
• Reflective Practice: Continuous reflection on practice decisions is vital for professional growth and improvement.

Patient Safety Competency Framework (PSCF)

• Student registered nurses are required to practice within their scope of practice.
• The DMF is a tool that guides registered nurses and student registered nurses.
• The PSCF provides a specific framework that guides and measures the practice of student registered nurses.
• The PSCF outlines the essential skills and knowledge needed to recognize and manage safety risks.
• The PSCF promotes patient safety as a core responsibility for nursing students.
• The framework aligns with the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards and patient-centered care.
• It emphasizes ongoing education and development in patient safety for lifelong learning.

This quiz focuses on the Decision Making Framework (DMF) applicable to nursing and midwifery practices. It highlights key principles such as patient-centered care, evidence-based practice, and collaborative approaches for better decision making. Ideal for nursing and midwifery professionals looking to enhance their practice.