A nurse researcher should view EBP as what?
a. The integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values
b. The promotion of the publication of research findings among practicing nurses
c. The process of using research findings to improve patient care
d. The collection of data from subjects using measurement devices
ANS: A
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A This is a definition of EBP.
B This refers to one aspect of research dissemination.
C This answer defines research utilization.
D This answer describes procedures for data collection.
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