In a message dated 12/2/98 6:47:01 PM, Linda S writes:

Ask <<How do you ordinarily develop a new policy on something?....... What
procedure do you follow when you have to change an existing policy?....... By
asking to see what's in place first, you will be showing more team spirit and
cooperation,>>

Yes, I vote for the team approach whenever feasible: Organizing/leading a work
group team/committee, that would reach a consensus on policy, may help
increase the staff's acceptance of new policy. Relevant groups choose and send
their representatives.

Or, you write the policies then use a team approach for development of the
protocols/guidelines that address the policies.

Would like to hear others' experiences with policy/protocol development.

Deb

Deborah Tobin
RN BSN IBCLC LCCE - Hospital based
Springfield, Virginia USA
In the suburbs outside the Washington DC beltway
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