Which of the Following Strategies Is Most Likely to Facilitate

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following strategies is most likely to facilitate comprehensive understanding of a research paper or article?

• A) Stating or restating the main theme of the article in your own words
• B) Evaluating the qualifications of the author as an expert in the field
• C) Examining the reference list to determine whether the literature cited is current
• D) Determining whether the content meets the criteria for each step of the research process

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The purposeful investigation and appraisal of a topic with the aim of making a decision.

Nursing Diagnoses

Clinical judgments about individual, family, or community experiences or responses to actual or potential health problems/life processes.

Assessment Phase

The initial step in the nursing process where comprehensive data about the patient's health status is collected.

Outcome Statements

Descriptions of the expected results, goals, or conclusions at the end of a process, project, or period of care or assessment.