The manager is on a committee that is investigating the implementation of evidenced-based practice for the nursing staff. Which outcomes should the manager highlight as expected when this approach is implemented?
Select all that apply.
1. Reduces costs
2. Promotes the best patient outcomes
3. Encourages healthcare worker retention
4. Reduces the cost of healthcare worker salaries
5. Reduces care variations between geographic locations
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
The use of EBP in nursing can help to reduce costs, promote the best patient care outcomes, reduce care variations due to geographic locations, and encourage healthcare worker retention. The use of EBP is not used to reduce the cost of healthcare worker salaries.
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