EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE IN NURSING
AND HEALTHCARE EXAM QANDA STUDY
GUIDE COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
EXPERT REVIEWED ANSWERS
●● Where is the best scientific evidence for EBP found?
Answer: In well-designed, systematically conducted research studies
within scientific, peer-reviewed journals.
●● What are the four components of evidence-based clinical decision
making?
Answer: Research evidence, patient assessment/resources, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
●● What is the first step in the EBP process?
Answer: Cultivate a spirit of inquiry.
●● What does the acronym PICOT stand for in EBP?
Answer: Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, and Time.
●● Why is the PICOT format used in EBP?
Answer: To narrow down research and gather specific information
relevant to clinical practice.
, ●● What is an 'Agency Policy' in the context of searching for evidence?
Answer: Internal rules specific to a healthcare facility that ensure
consistency and compliance with standards.
●● What is the purpose of a 'Procedure Manual'?
Answer: To provide step-by-step guides for clinical tasks, ensuring
uniformity and safety.
●● What are 'Clinical Practice Guidelines'?
Answer: Evidence-based recommendations provided by professional
organizations to guide clinical care.
●● What is the primary goal of Step 4: Critically Appraise the Evidence?
Answer: To evaluate the quality, validity, and applicability of research to
determine if it is strong enough for implementation.
●● What factors should a nurse check when reviewing the methodology
of a study?
Answer: Sample size, control of variables, and consistency of results.
●● What is a 'pilot study' in the context of integrating evidence?
Answer: A small-scale study used to determine if a practice change can
be implemented easily.
AND HEALTHCARE EXAM QANDA STUDY
GUIDE COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
EXPERT REVIEWED ANSWERS
●● Where is the best scientific evidence for EBP found?
Answer: In well-designed, systematically conducted research studies
within scientific, peer-reviewed journals.
●● What are the four components of evidence-based clinical decision
making?
Answer: Research evidence, patient assessment/resources, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
●● What is the first step in the EBP process?
Answer: Cultivate a spirit of inquiry.
●● What does the acronym PICOT stand for in EBP?
Answer: Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, and Time.
●● Why is the PICOT format used in EBP?
Answer: To narrow down research and gather specific information
relevant to clinical practice.
, ●● What is an 'Agency Policy' in the context of searching for evidence?
Answer: Internal rules specific to a healthcare facility that ensure
consistency and compliance with standards.
●● What is the purpose of a 'Procedure Manual'?
Answer: To provide step-by-step guides for clinical tasks, ensuring
uniformity and safety.
●● What are 'Clinical Practice Guidelines'?
Answer: Evidence-based recommendations provided by professional
organizations to guide clinical care.
●● What is the primary goal of Step 4: Critically Appraise the Evidence?
Answer: To evaluate the quality, validity, and applicability of research to
determine if it is strong enough for implementation.
●● What factors should a nurse check when reviewing the methodology
of a study?
Answer: Sample size, control of variables, and consistency of results.
●● What is a 'pilot study' in the context of integrating evidence?
Answer: A small-scale study used to determine if a practice change can
be implemented easily.
