A nurse practicing evidence-based nursing practice would rely on which to assist in addressing a clinical issue?
1. Intuition
2. Clinical experience
3. Formal knowledge
4. Scientific evidence
4
Explanation: 1. Evidence-based practice focuses on addressing issues based on a thorough review of the
evidence, usually through scientific literature, to obtain the most useful and appropriate
solution. The remaining options rely on other types of knowledge.
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1. "I'll give you the name of a friend that rents inexpensive rooms." 2. "The last time we helped a family, they got back on their feet and prospered." 3. "I can give you all of my baby clothes for your little one." 4. "I can appreciate your situation. I had to declare bankruptcy last year."
Which of the following risk factors, if noted during a family history assessment, should a nurse associate with the development of IDD? (Select all that apply.)
1. A family history of Tay-Sachs disease 2. Childhood meningococcal infection 3. Deprivation of nurturance and social contact 4. History of maternal multiple motor and verbal tics 5. A diagnosis of maternal major depressive disorder
Proposed changes to the health care delivery system in the United States will:
a. Provide new opportunities for public health specialists. b. Result in isolated care being provided to individuals. c. Emphasize specialty care. d. Increase the utilization of acute care services.
Which cancers are associated with chronic inflammation?
a. Brain b. Colon c. Bone d. Thyroid gland e. Urinary bladder