Question 1

How can the cost-benefit ratio be considered in implementing proposed EBP changes in patient care when comparing potential ethical issues?
A) Comparing the benefits of the proposed change to the length of time it takes to implement the change in an organization
B) Comparing the number of patients who may benefit from the change to the annual cost of their care
C) Comparing the potential cost of a change to the standard reimbursement policies of the primary third-party payers
D) Comparing the benefits of the proposed change to any potential cost that may result from the change

Accepted Answer

The cost-benefit ratio involves comparing the benefits of a proposed change to any potential costs, ensuring that the benefits justify the expenses and addressing any ethical concerns related to resource allocation.

Question 2

A new graduate is working on a medical surgical unit considering implementation of electronic medical records. How are the behaviors of a nurse innovator being demonstrated by this nurse?
A) The new nurse asks opinions of physicians who care for the most complex clients on the unit about electronic medical record implementation.
B) The new nurse requests to initiate and lead the electronic medical records project due to the personal desire to become a leader.
C) The new nurse seeks information regarding pros and cons of the record system considering the unit's characteristics and needs.
D) The new nurse takes a wait-and-see approach until another unit has implemented the new electronic medical records system.

Accepted Answer

The nurse innovator demonstrates behaviors such as seeking information and understanding the pros and cons of a new system, considering the specific needs and characteristics of the unit.

Question 3

An experienced nurse is looking to fulfill professional duty to give back to the nursing profession. What is the best way the nurse could accomplish this with novice nurses?
A) Act as a mentor.
B) Apply to be a supervisor.
C) Partner with unit nurses.
D) Work as a preceptor.

Accepted Answer

Mentoring is a way for experienced nurses to guide, support, and share knowledge with novice nurses, helping them grow professionally.

Question 4

A client and care provider have identified that a 30-pound weight loss is needed to attain the desired body mass index (BMI) for a client. The client's measured weight and BMI 2 years following weight reduction is an example of which type of outcome?
A) Performance-related outcome
B) Intermediate outcome
C) Long-term outcome
D) Short-term outcome

Accepted Answer

A long-term outcome refers to the results that are achieved over an extended period, such as 2 years, indicating sustained changes or improvements, like maintaining a reduced weight and desired BMI.

Question 5

To maintain integrity of reporting data for protocol testing, how might a nurse act appropriately if the nurse was unable to collect needed data because of an emergency situation?
A) Estimate the data.
B) Use other verified data.
C) Report the data as missing.
D) Collect the data after the emergency.

Accepted Answer

Reporting the data as missing maintains the integrity of the data, as it accurately reflects the situation without introducing potentially inaccurate information.

Question 6

Which of the following are examples of how evidence may best be disseminated?
A) Scholarly paper publication, oral presentations, and poster presentations
B) Reading of articles, publication of evidence in a nonrefereed journal, and journal clubs
C) Publication in a refereed nursing journal, continuing education workshops, and EBP guidelines
D) Conference presentations at international conferences and development of EBP guidelines

Accepted Answer

C  D  These options include formal and recognized methods of disseminating evidence, such as scholarly publications, presentations at conferences, and the development of evidence-based practice (EBP) guidelines.

Question 7

What is a major advantage of using a poster presentation to disseminate evidence?
A) Versatility of format compared to other methods
B) Minimal cost and time are involved in preparation of posters
C) Networking opportunities that allow for the exchange of ideas
D) Presentation allows for an extensive summary of evidence

Accepted Answer

Poster presentations provide networking opportunities, facilitating the exchange of ideas and feedback from peers and experts in the field.

Question 8

The two most common mistakes made during oral presentations are:
A) reading from slides or paper and failing to adhere to time limits.
B) using too many slides in the presentation and speaking too softly.
C) failing to adhere to moderator's time limits and not providing handouts.
D) reading from slides or paper and speaking too softly during the presentation.

Accepted Answer

Reading from slides or paper can make the presentation less engaging, and failing to adhere to time limits can disrupt the schedule and reduce the effectiveness of the presentation.

Question 9

A nurse is attending a professional conference. How might the nurse demonstrate professional behavior?
A) Bring business cards
B) Turn off ringer on cell phone
C) Dress wearing a business suit
D) All of these are correct.

Accepted Answer

Bringing business cards, turning off the cell phone ringer, and dressing in a business suit are all ways to demonstrate professionalism at a conference.

Question 10

The peer review process ensures that research articles and papers to be published either as primary or secondary sources meet established criteria for publication.

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

A difference between a visual analog scale (VAS) and the Likert scale is that a VAS is a ratio-level scale and a Likert scale is an ordinal-level scale.

Accepted Answer

A VAS allows for a continuous range of responses, making it a ratio-level scale, while a Likert scale has discrete categories, making it ordinal.

Question 12

A better, more powerful, and more accurate method for determining sample size for quantitative studies is to conduct a power analysis. This is because when it is conducted and used correctly, nurses can have a greater assurance that the sample size was appropriate for the study and be confident to apply the findings to the target population.

Accepted Answer

Power analysis helps determine the minimum sample size needed to detect an effect of a given size with a certain degree of confidence, ensuring the study's results are statistically significant and generalizable.

Question 13

An example of the fourth level of the Pyramid of the 5 Ss, Synopses, would be research article abstracts.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An example of the fourth level of...

Question 14

Statistical testing can be related to chance occurrence because critical values can indicate that a certain result happened not because of the intervention being tested, but by coincidence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Statistical testing can be related to chance...

Question 15

Due to the potential for inappropriate disclosure of personal information, protecting the confidentiality and anonymity of participants is especially important in qualitative studies, as compared to quantitative studies.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative studies often involve in-depth interviews and detailed personal narratives, which can reveal more identifiable information about participants, making confidentiality and anonymity crucial.

Question 16

A sense of inquiry, self-awareness, and flexibility all are interrelated to each other because inquiry requires curiosity to investigate yourself and why you think and do things in a certain way, and flexibility is required to make any changes to improve oneself.

Accepted Answer

A sense of inquiry involves questioning and exploring, which leads to self-awareness by understanding one's thoughts and actions. Flexibility is needed to adapt and implement changes based on this understanding.

Question 17

A nurse could use Miller's wheel of professionalism in a real-life situation by actively participating in a specialty organization, and that participation could assist with promotions in an institution where such professional behaviors are a part of that institution's philosophy.

Accepted Answer

Miller's wheel of professionalism emphasizes professional behaviors such as participation in specialty organizations, which can align with institutional values and potentially aid in career advancement.

Question 18

Team membership compares with organizational priorities when determining outcomes to be measured, because it is concerned with the mission statement of the members of the team responsible for monitoring the outcome, while organizational priorities are linked to the composition of the healthcare organization.

Accepted Answer

Team membership and organizational priorities are distinct concepts; team membership focuses on the individuals involved, while organizational priorities relate to the goals and objectives of the organization as a whole.

Question 19

Outcome evaluation and data measurements are related. Evaluation of outcomes is facilitated when appropriate outcomes and associated indicators are chosen, but if the outcome is not clearly defined, then the measurements and subsequent evaluation will be flawed.

Accepted Answer

Outcome evaluation relies on clearly defined outcomes and indicators to accurately measure and assess the effectiveness of a program or intervention. Without clear definitions, measurements can be inaccurate, leading to flawed evaluations.

Quiz 20: Understanding Research Utilization and EBP Collaboration in Nursing Practice.

How can the cost-benefit ratio be considered in implementing proposed EBP changes in patient care when comparing potential ethical issues?

A new graduate is working on a medical surgical unit considering implementation of electronic medical records. How are the behaviors of a nurse innovator being demonstrated by this nurse?

An experienced nurse is looking to fulfill professional duty to give back to the nursing profession. What is the best way the nurse could accomplish this with novice nurses?

A client and care provider have identified that a 30-pound weight loss is needed to attain the desired body mass index (BMI) for a client. The client's measured weight and BMI 2 years following weight reduction is an example of which type of outcome?

To maintain integrity of reporting data for protocol testing, how might a nurse act appropriately if the nurse was unable to collect needed data because of an emergency situation?

Which of the following are examples of how evidence may best be disseminated?

What is a major advantage of using a poster presentation to disseminate evidence?

The two most common mistakes made during oral presentations are:

A nurse is attending a professional conference. How might the nurse demonstrate professional behavior?