The nurse wants to develop an evidence-based practice. What must this

QUESTION

The nurse wants to develop an evidence-based practice. What must this nurse do first?

1. Get permission from his or her employer.
2. Learn to critically appraise research reports.
3. Contact a consultant to help him or her learn about EBP.
4. Methodically categorize research findings in the nurse’s specialty area.

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 2

In order to develop an evidence-based practice, the nurse first needs to learn how to critically appraise research reports. Although the nurse might want to discuss improving practice with all of his or her peers, there is no need to get special permission to improve one’s practice. Contracting with a consultant is not necessary as there are many resources available to help the nurse learn about EBP. There is no need to methodically categorize research findings.