A Nurse Is Reading a Nursing Journal Article That Discuses

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is reading a nursing journal article that discuses several research studies, and the nurse is thinking about how the information from the studies could be best used in the nurse's clinical practice. How is the nurse specifically applying the process of research utilization?

• A) The nurse is contemplating applying research findings from to practice.
• B) The nurse is analyzing multiple research studies to synthesize findings.
• C) The nurse is appreciating the importance of clinical decision making.
• D) The nurse is using previous personal experience to build confidence.

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Definitions:

Stagnation

A period or state of inactivity or lack of growth and development.

Rite Of Passage

An occasion or ritual signifying a crucial phase in an individual's life, notably including birth, reaching adolescence, marriage, and passing away.

Pruning Process

The neurodevelopmental process whereby unnecessary neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Critical Period

A specific time during an organism's development when it is particularly receptive to certain stimuli, which has a long-lasting influence on behavior and learning.