ATI: Evidence-Based Practice RN
Fundamentals 2.0 Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the main purpose of evidence-based practice in nursing?
✔✔To improve patient outcomes by applying the best current evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences.
How does using the PICO format help in forming a clinical question?
✔✔It provides a structured way to focus the question on the patient, intervention, comparison,
and outcome.
What is the nurse’s first step when starting an evidence-based practice project?
✔✔Identify a clinical problem or question that needs improvement or clarification.
Why is it important to include patient preferences in evidence-based care?
✔✔Because it ensures care is individualized and aligned with what matters most to the patient.
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,What is one benefit of using systematic reviews in clinical decision-making?
✔✔They summarize high-quality research studies and provide strong evidence for practice
changes.
What type of evidence is considered the most reliable in evidence-based practice?
✔✔Randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews of those trials.
What should a nurse do if there is limited evidence available for a clinical question?
✔✔Use the best available data, expert opinion, and patient values while noting the need for
further research.
What is the role of clinical expertise in evidence-based practice?
✔✔It helps interpret research findings and apply them appropriately to the specific patient
situation.
Why is critical appraisal of research important before applying it in practice?
✔✔To ensure the evidence is valid, reliable, and applicable to the patient population.
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, How can a bedside nurse contribute to evidence-based practice?
✔✔By asking clinical questions, reviewing current literature, and applying findings to care.
What is one barrier to implementing evidence-based practice on a unit?
✔✔Lack of time, resources, or support from leadership to review and apply new evidence.
What is the purpose of a literature review in evidence-based practice?
✔✔To gather and assess current research related to a specific clinical question.
How can nurses stay updated on evidence-based practice guidelines?
✔✔By subscribing to nursing journals, attending conferences, or joining professional
organizations.
What action should a nurse take when research findings conflict with current policy?
✔✔Discuss the evidence with leadership or a practice council and consider policy revision.
Why is stakeholder engagement important in implementing evidence-based changes?
✔✔It ensures buy-in, improves compliance, and makes the change process smoother.
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Fundamentals 2.0 Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the main purpose of evidence-based practice in nursing?
✔✔To improve patient outcomes by applying the best current evidence, clinical expertise, and
patient preferences.
How does using the PICO format help in forming a clinical question?
✔✔It provides a structured way to focus the question on the patient, intervention, comparison,
and outcome.
What is the nurse’s first step when starting an evidence-based practice project?
✔✔Identify a clinical problem or question that needs improvement or clarification.
Why is it important to include patient preferences in evidence-based care?
✔✔Because it ensures care is individualized and aligned with what matters most to the patient.
1
,What is one benefit of using systematic reviews in clinical decision-making?
✔✔They summarize high-quality research studies and provide strong evidence for practice
changes.
What type of evidence is considered the most reliable in evidence-based practice?
✔✔Randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews of those trials.
What should a nurse do if there is limited evidence available for a clinical question?
✔✔Use the best available data, expert opinion, and patient values while noting the need for
further research.
What is the role of clinical expertise in evidence-based practice?
✔✔It helps interpret research findings and apply them appropriately to the specific patient
situation.
Why is critical appraisal of research important before applying it in practice?
✔✔To ensure the evidence is valid, reliable, and applicable to the patient population.
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, How can a bedside nurse contribute to evidence-based practice?
✔✔By asking clinical questions, reviewing current literature, and applying findings to care.
What is one barrier to implementing evidence-based practice on a unit?
✔✔Lack of time, resources, or support from leadership to review and apply new evidence.
What is the purpose of a literature review in evidence-based practice?
✔✔To gather and assess current research related to a specific clinical question.
How can nurses stay updated on evidence-based practice guidelines?
✔✔By subscribing to nursing journals, attending conferences, or joining professional
organizations.
What action should a nurse take when research findings conflict with current policy?
✔✔Discuss the evidence with leadership or a practice council and consider policy revision.
Why is stakeholder engagement important in implementing evidence-based changes?
✔✔It ensures buy-in, improves compliance, and makes the change process smoother.
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