policy issues cultural norms safety and the physiological needs of patients. Nurses play a key role in providing the necessary knowledge and communication to ensure seamless transitions of care. They draw upon evidence-based practices to promote health and disease prevention to create a safe environment conducive to improving and maintaining the health of individuals families or aggregates within a community. When provided with a plan and the resources to achieve and maintain optimal health patients benefit from a safe environment conducive to healing and a better quality of life.
