The nurse is evaluating the success of using evidence-based interventions for patient care. What should the nurse do to determine if these interventions were successful?
1. Analyze outcomes
2. Review plan of care
3. Strategize actions to delegate
4. Identify use of pain medication
Correct Answer: 1
It is important to measure outcomes to determine the impact of EBP change. Reviewing the plan of care, strategizing actions to delegate, or identifying the use of pain medication will not help the nurse determine if evidence-based interventions were successful.
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