A Conscientious, Explicit Use of Best Evidence in Making Decisions

question 10

Multiple Choice

A conscientious, explicit use of best evidence in making decisions about care is often termed:

• A) evidence databases.
• B) evidence-based medicine.
• C) evidence guidelines.
• D) best evidence guidelines.

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Definitions:

Alarm Reaction

The initial phase of the stress response, where the body exhibits changes to prepare for fight or flight, as part of the General Adaptation Syndrome.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model describing the body's response to stress in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Stressor

A chemical or biological agent, environmental condition, external stimulus, or an event that causes stress to an organism.

Resistance

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument, often seen in contexts of physical training or disease treatment.