Which of the following is included in the process of evidence-based practice? (Select all that apply.)
a. Measure the outcome.
b. Ask the nursing experts.
c. Evaluate the change.
d. Manipulate current practice.
e. Know what the data mean.
f. Search for the best available evidence.
ANS: A, C, F
The steps are Ask, Search, Think, Measure, Make It Happen, and Evaluate. An acronym to remember these steps is ASKMME.
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