A nursing instructor is preparing a teaching plan for a class comparing evidence-based practice and critical thinking. Which of the following would the instructor include?
A) Evidence-based practice and critical thinking are polar opposites.
B) Both involve problem clarification of central concepts.
C) Critical thinking must occur before evidence-based practice begins.
D) Problem exploration is unique to evidence-based practice.
B
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Which statements by a hospital executive reflect power-coercive strategies to implement change? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "We must follow the federal guidelines in the way we bill for our services." 2. "If we don't reduce our nosocomial infection rate, Medicare won't reimburse us." 3. "Administration has to make this change or our accreditation status will be at risk." 4. "This change is the only logical action we can take." 5. "All our sister institutions in the association have already made this change."
The staff nurse observes the student nurse's behavior on the unit, and notes the student is always on time, neat in appearance, and caring toward clients. Which conclusion regarding the student's level of professional commitment is most appropriate?
A) A pattern of behaviors congruent with the nurses' professional code of ethics B) A strong belief in and acceptance of the company's goals, values, and mores C) A willingness to be able to exert control over personal behaviors D) A strong desire to be a part of a group
The nurse is performing an examination of a patient's ears. Which of the following findings needs immediate referral to a specialist?
a. purulent drainage from the ear b. cerebrospinal fluid leaking from the ear c. an ear that is permanently swollen and deformed resembling a "cauliflower" d. pain or tenderness of the auricle of an ear
The nurse is giving a seminar on the effects of psychotropic medication to a community group. Which classification of psychotropic medication can cause tolerance and addiction?
A) MAOIs B) Benzodiazepines C) Antimanics D) Anticonvulsants