The nurse assesses a client's bowel sounds because she remembers reading that pain medications could cause reduced gastrointestinal functioning. This nurse is basing her care on which of the following?
1. Theoretical knowledge
2. Practice rationality
3. Client response
4. Expertise
Theoretical knowledge
Rationale: Theoretical knowledge is that which is obtained through studying scientific research and knowledge. Practical knowledge may be compared to, though not completely separated from, theoretical knowledge. Discovery and experiential learning favor the prepared, knowledgeable practitioner who is engaged in learning both practical and theoretical knowledge. Client response is assessing a client's outcome to an intervention. Expertise is a level of nursing proficiency.
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a. Henderson. b. Nightingale. c. Roy. d. Watson.