The Role of Nursing in Health Risk Management: A Systematic Review of Strategies and Impact

Abstract

and manage risks to enhance patient safety and healthcare outcomes. Nurses, as frontline healthcare providers, play a pivotal role in implementing strategies to address these risks.

Objective: This systematic review aims to explore and synthesize evidence on the role of nursing in health risk management, focusing on strategies employed and their impact on patient safety, quality of care, and overall healthcare outcomes.

Methods: A comprehensive search was conducted across major databases, including PubMed, CINAHL, and Cochrane Library, for studies published between 2016 and 2024. Keywords such as “nursing,” “health risk management,” “patient safety,” and “risk mitigation” were used. Inclusion criteria encompassed peer-reviewed studies examining nursing interventions in health risk management. Data extraction and quality assessment were conducted using PRISMA guidelines.

Results: The review included [number] studies across various healthcare settings. Key findings highlight the significant contributions of nursing in:

1. Early risk identification and mitigation through patient monitoring and clinical decision-making.
2. Implementation of evidence-based practices to prevent adverse events, such as infection control protocols and fall prevention strategies.
3. Enhancing patient safety through education, communication, and interprofessional collaboration.
4. Leveraging technology, such as electronic health records and telehealth, to improve efficiency and reduce risks.

Conclusion: Nurses are integral to effective health risk management, employing diverse strategies that directly impact patient safety and healthcare quality. Despite challenges such as resource constraints and high workloads, opportunities exist to strengthen nursing roles through advanced training and technological integration. Future research should focus on the long-term impact of specific nursing interventions on health risk outcomes.