When collecting the best evidence, what should the nurse use as external evidence? (Select all that apply.)
a. Scientific literature
b. Agency policy and procedure manuals
c. Clinical practice guidelines
d. National guidelines
e. National benchmarks
f. Quality improvement data
A, D, E
Scientific literature such as computerized bibliographical databases, national guidelines, and na-tional benchmarks provide external evidence. The other sources listed provide internal evidence.
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c. changing the patient's self-concept.
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