Before Implementation of the New Policy and Procedure on Central

question 20

Multiple Choice

Before implementation of the new policy and procedure on central line catheter care,the nurse manager uses an appraisal system to evaluate the evidence.What is important in using an appraisal system to evaluate the evidence gathered in preparation for development of a new protocol?

• A) Limiting the search to randomized clinical trials
• B) Matching the appraisal tool to the type of evidence
• C) Eliminating qualitative research studies
• D) Using only preprocessed evidence

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Definitions:

Neurons

Unique nerve cells within the nervous system responsible for sending signals to other neural cells, muscular cells, or glands.

Synaptic Vesicles

Membrane-bound structures within neurons that store neurotransmitters for release at the synapse during neural communication.

Axon Terminals

The distal terminations of the branches of an axon, responsible for releasing neurotransmitters into the synaptic cleft to communicate with neighboring neurons.

Receptor Sites

Specific locations on the surface of a cell or within a cell where hormones, neurotransmitters, or drugs can bind and elicit a specific physiological response.