Advancing EB Innovation in NP
OA Review (Qns & Ans)
2025
Which of the following is a core component of evidence-based
practice (EBP) in nursing?
A) Clinical expertise
B) Patient values
C) Best research evidence
D) All of the above
Correct ANS: D
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,Rationale: EBP is built on the intersection of clinical expertise,
patient values, and the best research evidence.
What is the primary purpose of the PICOT format in EBP?
A) To develop management strategies
B) To formulate a research question
C) To evaluate patient outcomes
D) To assess healthcare costs
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: PICOT helps nurses frame their clinical questions
effectively by specifying the population, intervention,
comparison, outcome, and time.
Which type of research study is considered the gold standard for
evidence in clinical decision-making?
A) Cohort studies
B) Randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
C) Case reports
D) Expert opinion
Correct ANS: B
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, Rationale: RCTs minimize bias and confounding variables,
making them the most reliable source of evidence for
interventions.
When implementing an evidence-based intervention, which step is
crucial for ensuring successful adoption?
A) Training staff
B) Budgeting resources
C) Conducting a pilot study
D) Engaging stakeholders
Correct ANS: D
Rationale: Engaging stakeholders promotes buy-in and facilitates
smoother implementation of evidence-based changes.
What is the primary focus of translational research in nursing?
A) Understanding basic science
B) Implementing research findings into practice
C) Testing new drugs
D) Educating patients
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: Translational research aims to bridge the gap between
laboratory findings and clinical application.
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