To Make Clinical Decisions Nurses Use Various Sources of Knowledge

question 13

Multiple Choice

To make clinical decisions nurses use various sources of knowledge such as trial and error, tradition, authority, and clinical experience. What problems can results from this approach?

• A) Not all sources of information are reliable.
• B) Authority always leads to faulty decision making.
• C) Experience is the best source of knowledge.
• D) Trial and error has lead to poor outcomes.

Comprehend the social and evolutionary bases for human decision-making and behavior.

Recognize the role of culture in shaping human nature and behavior.

Identify the differences between human and animal sensory capabilities and preferences.

Understand the concept of trade-offs in decision making, particularly in a political context.

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Definitions:

Cash Receipts

The collection of money, including coins, notes, checks, and electronic transfers, received by a business during a given period.

Open Mail

The process or act of receiving and processing mail, not specific to financial or accounting terminology.

Bank Reconciliation

Bank reconciliation is the process of matching and comparing an entity’s bank account records to its financial statements.

Cashier Deposits

Refers to the funds that cashiers collect and deposit into the business's bank account, typically part of daily sales transactions.