To use evidence-based practice appropriately, you need to collect the most relevant and best evidence and critically appraise the evidence you gather. This process also includes: (Select all that apply.)
a. Asking a clinical question
b. Applying the evidence
c. Evaluating the practice decision
d. Communicating your results
A, B, C, D
EBP comprises six steps (Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt, 2005):
1. Ask a clinical question.
2. Collect the most relevant and best evidence.
3. Critically appraise the evidence you gather.
4. Apply or integrate evidence along with one's clinical expertise and patient preferences and values in making a practice decision or change.
5. Evaluate the practice decision or change.
6. Communicate your results.
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