Answer Choices:
A. Acquire findings from published literature.
B. Apply the research findings to clinical practice.
C. Assess the outcomes of using new research findings.
D. Ask questions to identify clinical problems that should be changed.
Answer:
D. Ask questions to identify clinical problems that should be changed.
Question: Which research evidence would most influence a group of nurses to change their practice?
Answer Choices:
A. Expert committee report of recommendations for practice
B. Systematic review of randomized controlled trials
C. Nonexperimental descriptive study
D. Critical pathway
Answer:
B. Systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Question: A bill introduced in Congress would reduce funding for the care of people diagnosed with mental illnesses. A group of nurses write letters to their elected representatives in opposition to the legislation. Which role have the nurses fulfilled?
Answer Choices:
A. Advocacy
B. Attending
C. Recovery
D. Evidence-based practice
Answer:
A. Advocacy