The most effective way to evaluate the effectiveness of an evidence-based practice change is to do which of the following?
A. Review literature
B. Survey patients
C. Measure outcomes
D. Educate staff
C
To effectively evaluate the effects of an evidence-based practice change, nurses and staff must measure outcomes.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is preparing to assess a client with Parkinson's disease. Which finding should the nurse recognize interferes with the client's ability to control their hand movements?
A. Pill rolling B. Tremor C. Stooped posture D. Lack of arm swing E. Difficulty bending the arms
During a routine physical assessment for a 9-month-old client, the nurse notes swelling in the ankles. The nurse presses against the ankle bone for 5 seconds, then releases the pressure, noticing a markedly slow disappearance of the indentation
Which system requires a more in-depth assessment based on these data? 1. Renal system 2. Musculoskeletal system 3. Respiratory system 4. Integumentary system
The type of container shown as number 1 in the figure is a(n) ________. 
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The nurse has determined the following outcome for a client with a skin impairment: "Erythema will be reduced in 3 days." What will the evaluation specifically focus on?
a. Selection of appropriate wound care b. Notation of the odour and colour of drainage c. Inspection of the colour and condition of the area d. Measurement of the diameter of the ulceration daily