CRITICAL THINKING 2024/2025 EXAM
4 PEARSON WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
The nurse researcher is explaining evidence-based practice (EBP) to a group of
nurses. Which statement is appropriate to include in the explanation? (Select all
that apply.) - CORRECT-ANSWERS "EBP incorporates the nurse's clinical expertise."
"EBP considers the client's needs, values, and choices."
"EBP tests hypotheses about health-related conditions."
The nurse researcher distributed an explanatory brochure to participants in the
study. Which of the following principles is the researcher using? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS Informed consent
After identifying the problem to be investigated for the research project, the next
step is to: - CORRECT-ANSWERS complete a literature review.
A nurse on an orthopedic unit reads a case study about the potential positive effects
of a new type of exercise to promote ambulation. Which of the following should be a
priority consideration before the research results are used by the nurse? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS Similarity of the case study patients to those on the unit
The nurse conducting a research study needs to determine if an individual qualifies
to be a participant. Which criteria must be met for inclusion? (Select all that apply.)
- CORRECT-ANSWERS The individual meets all the inclusion criteria.
, The individual has been given informed consent.
The individual is informed of all aspects of the study.
Which statement best reflects the nurse's correct understanding of principles
related to evidence-based practice (EBP)? (Select all that apply.) - CORRECT-
ANSWERS "Client-centered care is an outcome of evidence-based practice."
"The nurse's level of expertise influences evidence-based practice."
"Evidence-based practice promotes individualization of client care."
The nurse is designing a nursing clinical research study. Which research question is
most appropriate for this type of study?(Select all that apply.) - CORRECT-ANSWERS
How do environmental noise levels affect the client's pain perception
postanesthesia?
Is there a relationship between acupressure and incidence of nausea in clients who
are receiving chemotherapy medications?
What is the relationship between the duration of nurse-client interaction and the
client's level of satisfaction with nursing care?
The nurse is delivering a presentation about evidence-based practice (EBP). Which
statement best reflects the nurse's correct understanding of EBP? - CORRECT-
ANSWERS "EBP involves combining quality research, clinical expertise, and client
preferences to achieve the best client outcomes."
The nurse is critically appraising a research study. Which statement is reflective of
an appraisal of the study's reliability? - CORRECT-ANSWERS "The original study
was repeated three times, but it did not produce consistent results."
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