Which statement(s) best summarize(s) the overall goal of ...

[cartlidgeashley]

Which statement(s) best summarize(s) the overall goal of evidence-based practice? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Redesign the health care system and recruit more nurses.
  b. Improve patient outcomes by evaluations that track outcomes.
  c. Introduce national health care guidelines and standards.
  d. Restructure health care delivery and improve quality of health care.

Question 2

Which of the following are strategies that could be used by the nurse when critically appraising research studies? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Examine the validity of the research.
  b. Look at the reference list of the study.
  c. Look for criteria of inclusion.
  d. Look for use of PICO format.

[xMRAZ]

Answer to Question 1

B, D
The initial intent of evidence-based practice was to improve patient outcomes by evaluating and tracking outcomes, including qualitative reports by patients, and to redesign health care delivery and improve the quality of health care.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C

[cartlidgeashley]

Great answer, keep it coming

[amit]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review