What Is Patient Prioritization in Nursing, and How Do Nursing Students Learn It? A Guide from Stanbridge University
Patient prioritization in nursing is the process of determining which patient needs or clinical concerns require attention first. Nurses consider assessment findings, changes in condition, immediate safety risks, urgency, and other clinical information when establishing priorities. Nursing students develop this skill progressively through classroom learning, case studies, simulation, and supervised clinical education.¹ What Does Patient […]