EBP has a basis in ethical principles. However, not all approaches used to improve quality are evidenced based or ethical. Evidence-based approaches would provide all necessary information such as length of time to apply heat and medication to use in the
1. spiritual needs
2. measuring intake and output
3. daily weights
4. ambulating with assistance
Correct Answer: 1
Holistic health care is based on the concept of wellness. When planning holistic care for a patient, the nurse needs to consider psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and intellectual needs in addition to physical needs. Measuring intake and output, daily weights, and ambulating with assistance focus solely on the patient's physical needs and would not address holistic needs.
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