A type of study nurses are likely to appraise is the ____________, which is often found in the nursing literature and is important to the advancement of EBP
a. Randomized experiment
b. Descriptive study
c. Case control study
d. Randomized controlled trial
d. Randomized controlled trial
You might also like to view...
During an assessment, the patient tells the
nurse that he eats large amounts of garlic for its cardiovascular benefits. Which drug or drug class, if taken, would have a potential interaction with the garlic? a. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) b. Insulin c. Antilipemic drugs d. Sedatives
Which of the following is a disaccharide?
1. Glucose 2. Lactose 3. Fructose 4. Galactose
What can be suggested to a nurse wanting to protect back health while caring for patients? (Select all that apply.)
a. Use proper body mechanics. b. Use assistive patient-handling devices. c. Use ergonomic equipment. d. Only care for patients that can move in-dependently. e. Be aware of potential risk.
In the Mexican culture, health may be considered a gift from God. There are four common folk illnesses that a nurse may encounter with a Mexican client. When experiencing folk illnesses, the client may
1. Prefer to seek care with a folk healer 2. Return to Mexico for care 3. Rely on Western medicine to cure the ailment 4. Become isolated and not seek care