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2.4d Understand and apply the results of social
screening, psychological testing, laboratory data,
imaging studies, and other diagnostic tests in
actions and plans of care.
2.4e Contribute as a team member to the formation
and improvement of diagnoses.
2.5 Develop a plan of care.
2.5a Engage the individual and the team in plan
development.

2.5h Lead and collaborate with an interprofessional
team to develop a comprehensive plan of care.

2.5b Organize care based on mutual health goals.

2.5i Prioritize risk mitigation strategies to prevent
or reduce adverse outcomes.

2.5c Prioritize care based on best evidence.

2.5j Develop evidence-based interventions to
improve outcomes and safety.

2.5d Incorporate evidence-based intervention to
improve outcomes and safety.

2.5k Incorporate innovations into practice when
evidence is not available.

2.5e Anticipate outcomes of care (expected,
unexpected, and potentially adverse).
2.5f Demonstrate rationale for plan.
2.5g Address individuals’ experiences and
perspectives in designing plans of care.
2.6 Demonstrate accountability for care delivery.
2.6a Implement individualized plan of care using
established protocols.

2.6e Model best care practices to the team.

2.6b Communicate care delivery through multiple
modalities.

2.6f Monitor aggregate metrics to assure
accountability for care outcomes.

2.6c Delegate appropriately to team members.

2.6g Promote delivery of care that supports
practice at the full scope of education.

2.6d Monitor the implementation of the plan of
care.

2.6h Contribute to the development of policies
and processes that promote transparency and
accountability.
2.6i Apply current and emerging evidence to the
development of care guidelines/tools.
2.6j Ensure accountability throughout transitions of
care across the health continuum.

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