Impact of Laboratory Test Quality on the Effectiveness of Nursing Care

Abstract

Laboratory tests are indispensable in modern healthcare, serving as vital tools in diagnosing a variety of medical conditions, guiding treatment decisions, and monitoring patient progress. They provide data that is crucial for clinicians, including nurses, in assessing a patient's health status and planning interventions(Alowais et al., 2023). From blood tests to imaging studies, laboratory tests help healthcare providers understand the underlying causes of symptoms, track disease progression, and determine appropriate therapeutic strategies (Carpenter et al., 2020). Nurses play an essential role in this process, not only by administering tests but also by interpreting results and ensuring that test outcomes are factored into care plans. Their ability to make informed decisions depends heavily on the accuracy and quality of these results. As such, poor-quality laboratory tests can significantly impact nursing decisions and patient outcomes, emphasizing the need for reliable and high-quality laboratory data to optimize care (Musa et al., 2023).