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darbym82 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A nursing student has been asked to correlate her clinical experiences with two different theories of nursing. The student will recognize that which of the following concepts are common to all theories of nursing? Select all that apply.

A) The client
B) The environment
C) Illness
D) Needs
E) Nursing

Question 2

Which of the following are examples of characteristics of evidence-based practice? Select all that apply.

A) It is a problem-solving approach.
B) It uses the best evidence available.
C) It is generally accepted in clinical practice.
D) It is based on current institutional protocols.
E) It blends the science and art of nursing.

mcni194 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, E
While nursing theories vary significantly in their conceptualizations, the elements that are common to all include the client (person), the environment, health, and nursing. The concepts of needs and illness are addressed by some theories but these are not explicitly defined by other theories.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, E
Evidence-based nursing is a problem-solving approach to making clinical decisions, using the best evidence available. EBP may meet resistance in clinical practice as a result of the nursing shortage, the acuity level of clients, nurse's skill in reading and evaluating published research, and an organizational culture that does not support change. EBP blends both the science and the art of nursing so that the best client outcomes are achieved. EBP takes into consideration client preferences and values as well as the clinical experiences of the nurse.