Of the following, which best explains the importance of theoretic frameworks?
A) Theoretic frameworks guide physiologic nursing care
B) Theoretic frameworks guide psychosocial nursing care
C) Theoretic frameworks advance nursing knowledge and practice
D) Theoretic frameworks advance the ethical aspects of practice
Ans: C
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a. .25 b. .50 c. .65 d. .80