Author Question: A nurse wants to change a patient procedure. Which action will the nurse take to easily find ... (Read 94 times)

rlane42 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse wants to change a patient procedure. Which action will the nurse take to easily find research evidence to support this change?

a. Read all the articles found on the Internet.
b. Make a general search of the Internet.
c. Use a PICOT format for the search.
d. Start with a broad question.

Question 2

In caring for patients, what must the nurse remember about evidence-based practice (EBP)?

a. EBP is the only valid source of knowledge that should be used.
b. EBP is secondary to traditional or convenient care knowledge.
c. EBP is dependent on patient values and expectations.
d. EBP is not shown to provide better patient outcomes.

kescobar@64 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The more focused the question is, the easier it becomes to search for evidence in the scientific literature. The PICO format allows the nurse to ask focused questions that are intervention based. Inappropriately formed questions (general search or broad question) will likely lead to irrelevant sources of information. It is not beneficial to read hundreds of articles. It is more beneficial to read the best four to six articles that specifically address the question.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Even when the best evidence available is used, application and outcomes will differ based on patient values, preferences, concerns, and/or expectations. Nurses often care for patients on the basis of tradition or convenience. Although these sources have value, it is important to learn to rely more on research evidence than on nonresearch evidence. Evidence-based care improves quality, safety, patient outcomes, and nurse satisfaction while reducing costs.