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Survey results: draft Screening and Diagnostic Tests & Imaging practice standard


Aug 19, 2024

In July 2024, BCCNM surveyed RNs and RPNs about a new proposed practice standard on screening and diagnostic tests & imaging. This standard aims to clarify expectations for RNs and RNs, including those with Certified Practice, when ordering, performing, interpreting, and/or managing screening and diagnostic tests & imaging. 

We thank everyone who took time to participate. We were thrilled to hear from more than 500 people: nurses, Indigenous representatives, and others.

Input from nurses and partners is a key element in BCCNM's policy development process, so we thank you for sharing your feedback.

What we heard:

  • Most people thought the new proposed standard sets clear expectations and will support nurses to provide safe care and reduce the risk of harm to clients.
  • Most said the standard will support nurses to provide culturally safe care to Indigenous clients when applied alongside the Indigenous Cultural Safety, Cultural Humility, and Anti-Racism practice standard. 
  • Nurses’ scope of practice related to screening and diagnostic tests and imaging can be confusing; it would be helpful to have learning resources to accompany the new standard.

What happens next?

Policy staff will use the comments and feedback to refine the draft standard, and the Standards & Guidance team will begin work on learning resources. 

Thank you again to participants for sharing your time and expertise. 

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