The Nurse Is Planning to Use Evidence-Based Practice to Plan

question 40

Multiple Choice

The nurse is planning to use evidence-based practice to plan a patient's care. What actions should the nurse include when using this approach?

• A) Review internal evidence
• B) Identify external evidence
• C) Discuss patient preferences
• D) Consider individual expertise
• E) Analyze costs associated with care

Discriminate between enforceable promises and non-binding promises such as illusory promises and past consideration.

Understand the legal concepts related to substituted contracts and their effects on original agreements.

Understand the enforceability of agreements within the American legal system.

Recognize the distinction between illegal, unenforceable, and legally viable agreements.

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Definitions:

Heritability Of Personality

The proportion of variation in personality traits among individuals that can be attributed to genetic differences, often studied in twin and adoption studies.

Unique Experiences

Events or encounters in one's life that are distinctive and not common, often leaving a lasting impact or creating a sense of individuality.

Shared Family Environment

The aspects of the family setting that individuals have in common and that may affect their development and behavior.

Evolutionary Approach

A perspective in psychology that emphasizes the role of natural selection and adaptation in the development of human behaviors and mental processes.