Test Generator Questions, Chapter 6, Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Quality Improvement

1. The public health nurse has noted a decrease in individuals with tuberculosis keeping their scheduled follow-up appointments, with some saying they did not think it was necessary. Which option should the nurse prioritize to develop a plan to encourage the individuals’ compliance?

A. Search for EBP options that have been successful for others.

B. Formulate a research project to find an answer.

C. Follow the facilities’ quality improvement guidelines.

D. Offer incentives for showing up for scheduled appointments.

Learning Objective: 1

Cognitive Level: Apply

Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

Integrated Process: Nursing Process
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2. One of the PhD nursing professors at the local university is preparing to conduct a research project with students. Which should be a primary focus in this process for all involved?

A. Accuracy of data

B. Quantity of participants

C. Ensuring timeline is followed

D. Ensuring informed consents are obtained

Learning Objective: 2

Cognitive Level: Understand

Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

Integrated Process: Caring
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3. An ambulatory care nurse has recently changed positions and is now providing care with a different healthcare organization. Which action should the nurse prioritize during this time of change?

A. Learning the new organization’s EHR program

B. Incorporating the new procedures in care

C. Ensuring all certifications are updated

D. Completing a training course in telehealth

Learning Objective: 3

Cognitive Level: Understand

Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

Integrated Process: Nursing Process
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4. A small team of APRNs is starting to advocate for the use of EBP within the ambulatory care facility. Which of the following can the nurses share to best encourage more staff and administration to join them? Select all that apply.

A. Leadership in guiding others

B. Education to ensure they understand

C. Time set aside to work on projects

D. Incentives given for joining

E. Advantages of completing the project

Learning Objective: 4

Cognitive Level: Understand

Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

Integrated Process: Caring
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5. The ambulatory care nurse is concerned that a proposed EBP project will not be successful due to its broad focus. Which factor should EBP projects prioritize?

A. The individual’s outcome

B. A specific disease process

C. Health challenges experienced by the individual

D. Amount of data available

Learning Objective: 4

Cognitive Level: Understand

Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

Integrated Process: Nursing Process
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