A nurse implements an education program that incorporates computer games to reinforce learning for a group of older adults
Although the research demonstrates evidence of improved retention of this information, the nurse experiences exactly the opposite with this group. Which of the following is the most likely cause of such poor outcomes?
a. Failure to consider client and setting differences
b. Inadequate incorporation of evidence into practice
c. Inferior quality of the available research evidence
d. Lack of skills when evaluating the evidence
ANS: A
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