Which of the following studies is most likely appropriate for ...

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Which of the following studies is most likely appropriate for funding by a foundation?
 
  A) A study that has potential application within a geographical area or population
  B) A study that is innovative but that lacks the rigor necessary for federal funding
  C) A study that may create new knowledge but does not lead to direct clinical application
  D) A study that has been reluctantly rejected by large, federal funding agencies

Question 2

Members of the nursing leadership at a hospital disagree about the need for informed consent from patients who are participating in an evidence-based quality improvement (EBQI) project.
 
  Which of the following principles should guide the team's decision of whether to seek informed consent from patients?
  A) The decision should be deferred to the ethical review board of the hospital.
  B) EBQI is a part of normal clinical care and likely does not require written consent.
  C) Proceeding with EBQI without informed consent violates patient autonomy.
  D) Participation in clinical research is a tacit understanding of seeking hospital care.

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B