Evidence-based practices are used to ensure which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Nurses are accountable for the care they provide.
b. Best practice care is provided to clients.
c. The best possible client outcomes are ensured.
d. Research evidence is used in providing client care.
e. Scientific knowledge of client care is improved.
B, C, D, E
Evidence-based practices are the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. These practices help ensure that nurses are providing the best possible care to clients, use evidence-based research in providing client care, improve the scientific knowledge base of client care, and ensure the best possible client outcomes.
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