A nurse is reviewing research articles in an effort to make changes in practice in a medical-surgical unit. To evaluate the quality of the research performed, which source should be recommended?
1. U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
2. The National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC)
3. National Quality Forum (NQF)
4. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
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Rationale 1: The USPSTF provides a rating system for the research studies. These studies are rated based upon their strength and evidence presented.
Rationale 2: The NGC provides a public resource for evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
Rationale 3: The NQF's vision is to assist in the establishment of national priorities and goals to achieve healthcare that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable.
Rationale 4: The AHRQ is used to promote the use of evidence-based practice. The USPSTF is sponsored by the AHRQ.
Global Rationale:
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