A head nurse reads several studies showing that a falls-risk checklist reduces inpatient falls, but local staffing and patient characteristics differ. What should she do before adopting it?
Correct answer: C. Assess the evidence quality and its relevance to the local ward
- A. Apply the checklist immediately without further review
- B. Reject the evidence because it was collected elsewhere
- C. Assess the evidence quality and its relevance to the local ward
- D. Choose the study with the largest number of references
Explanation
Evidence-based practice combines the best available research with clinical expertise, patient preferences, and local circumstances. The head nurse should appraise study quality and determine whether the findings fit the ward before implementation.
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