Final: Chapter 13

Question 1

What are the sources for EBP?

Answer 1

systematic reviews
meta-analyses
integrative reviews
meta-summaries
meta-synthesis

Question 2

results from previous studies into single quantitative analysis

Answer 2

statistically pools

Question 3

What is meta-analysis?

Answer 3

Statistically pools
Allows for application of scientific criteria (ex: sample size, level of significance, variables)
A large, diverse sample that is more representative of target population
Determination of overall significance of probability of pooled data
Indication of the efficacy of the intervention from the average effect size determined from several quality studies
Strength of relation between variables

Question 4

What does the acronym PICOT represent?

Answer 4

P = population or participant of interest
I = intervention needed for practice
C = comparison of interventions to determine best practice
O = outcomes needed for practice
T = timing of study

Question 5

What are the models to promote EBP in nursing?

Answer 5

Stetler
Iowa
Grove

Question 6

this model provides a comprehensive framework to enhance the use of research evidence by nurses in practice

Answer 6

Stetler model

Question 7

this model presents direction for implementing patient care based on the best research evidence and monitoring change in practice to ensure quality of care

Answer 7

Iowa model

Question 8

this model is provided to assist nurses in determining the quality of EB guidelines and the steps for using these guidelines in practice

Answer 8

Grove model