What is the LPN's role related to evidence-based practice?
1.
Analyze the research to determine its credibility for changing practice.
2.
Recommend changes to practice based on the credibility of research.
3.
Be aware of research that could influence how care is delivered.
4.
Ask peers to provide evidence-based research.
ANS: 3
The LPN should keep up to date by reading current nursing literature and be aware of trends in nursing that could influence the delivery of care.
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