Which of the following government initiatives focuses on accelerating diffusion of research in practice?
1. AHRQ
2. PCORI
3. ACTION
4. CER
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Explanation: 1. AHRQ is an U.S. Department of Health and Human Services agency that focuses on quality care.
2. PCORI is a government initiative focused on patient-care outcomes.
3. ACTION is a government initiative that focuses on accelerating the diffusion of research in practice.
4. CER a government initiative focuses on comparing the effectiveness of research results to provide best evidence.
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