A committee has been developed to implement knowledge transformation when providing client care. The members realize that the purpose of knowledge transformation is to:
1. reduce length of stay.
2. convert research findings to impact health outcomes.
3. reduce the cost of care.
4. increase the number of patients with health insurance.
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The core concept of the ACE Star Model is knowledge transformation. Knowledge transformation is the conversion of research findings to have an impact on health outcomes by way of evidence-based care. Knowledge transformation is not a method to reduce length of stay, reduce the cost of care, or increase the number of patients with health insurance.
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