A nurse is involved with knowledge generation as part of the process of integrating evidence-based practice. Which of the following would the nurse be involved with from the research perspective? Select all that apply
A) Converting nursing data into information
B) Using decision support systems
C) Identifying information in nursing literature
D) Synthesizing nursing information to solve nursing problems
E) Applying the steps of information literacy
C, D, E
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A) An increased intake of fast foods B) Iron deficiency C) The adolescent growth spurt D) The substitution of soft drinks for milk
Which behavior is an example of fulfilling the expectations of an ascribed role?
A) Accepting a proposal of marriage B) Role modeling for the younger children in the family C) Working with abused children at a local homeless shelter D) Acting as the treasurer for the campus' student nurses association
Which of the following is a major cause of fire?
A) improper waste disposal B) misuse of electricity C) smoking and matches D) all of the above