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 mailto:[log in to unmask]