You Are Developing Evidence-Based Guidelines for the OR

question 11

Multiple Choice

You are developing evidence-based guidelines for the OR.Of the following methods of warming patients undergoing major surgery, which has been shown to be most beneficial?

• A)Placing warm blankets on the patient
• B)Using a circulating water device
• C)Using a forced air warming system
• D)None of the above

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Longitudinal

Longitudinal studies involve repeated observations of the same variables, such as people, over short or long periods of time to detect patterns, causes, and effects.

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Moral Reasoning

The process of determining right and wrong in ethical situations, often guided by moral principles, values, and beliefs.

Longitudinal

A type of study or analysis that follows the same subjects over a period of time, observing changes and developments.