The nurse must strive to integrate these safety practices into her care for clients. Critical thinking skills are also essential. The use of critical thinking allows the nurse to identify any current or potential problems that could jeopardize the patient's safety. Additionally, the nurse must also have the resources and supplies available to provide safe care. For example, the nurse used the home assessment questionnaire provided to her to make an assessment of the safety of the home environment. He also needed supplies like disinfectant and hand sanitizer