The nurse researcher is following the Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice to identify a topic for a new research study. The researcher wishes to study a knowledge-focused topic
Which option(s) meet(s) that criterion? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Increase in patient falls.
2. Results published in a recent journal.
3. A change in national standards for a nursing specialty.
4. Medication errors.
5. A question about the efficacy of a standard nursing intervention.
2,3,5
Rationale 1: This is a problem-focused topic.
Rationale 2: Knowledge-focused topics might come from new research literature or from national standards or guidelines.
Rationale 3: Knowledge-focused topics might come from new research literature or from national standards or guidelines.
Rationale 4: This is a problem-focused topic.
Rationale 5: Knowledge-focused topics might come from new research literature or from national standards or guidelines.
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A) A shorter period of time between requests for medication B) Reduced complaints about limited movement C) Lack of restlessness and ability to sustain one position D) Increased autonomy in providing AM care
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How many mL will the nurse administer per dose? A) 1 mL B) 1.8 mL C) 0.8 mL D) 1.08 mL
Which of the following responses is not a benefit of Pay for Performance (P4P) legislation?
1. The system rewards health care providers upon good service to consumers. 2. The system rewards physicians and other health care professionals when patients receive good results from that care. 3. Reimbursement is related to quality and efficiency of care provided. 4. Patients will play a more active role in the determination of performance-based payment.
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midwifery? What will be an ideal response?