Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding evidence-based practice?
A) "Evidence-based practice replaces continuous quality improvement."
B) "Evidence-based practice began with medicine and assists in determining which medical models can be applied in nursing practice."
C) "Effective and efficient care can already be demonstrated,which means that EBP will soon become redundant."
D) "EBP is takes into account patient values to optimize outcomes."

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Evidence-based practice (EBP) takes into account the best available evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values to optimize outcomes. It does not replace continuous quality improvement and is not limited to medicine; it can be applied in any healthcare field. The idea that effective and efficient care can already be demonstrated is incorrect, as healthcare is constantly evolving and new evidence is constantly emerging.

Which of the Following Statements Is Most Accurate Regarding Evidence-Based