,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary
benefit of utilizing evidence-based measures in healthcare
improvement?
a) Cost reduction
b) Enhanced patient satisfaction
c) Improved patient outcomes
d) Increased staff retention
Answer: c) Improved patient outcomes
Rationale: Evidence-based measures are primarily aimed
at improving patient outcomes by integrating the best
available evidence into practice.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: ________ is the process of
systematically finding, appraising, and using research
findings as the basis for clinical decisions.
Answer: Evidence-based practice
Rationale: Evidence-based practice is the defined process
used in healthcare to ensure that decisions are informed by
the best available evidence.
3. True/False: Evidence-based measures always lead to a
reduction in healthcare costs.
Answer: False
Rationale: While evidence-based measures can lead to
cost reductions, their primary goal is to improve patient
care; cost savings are a potential but not guaranteed
outcome.
, a) Asking a clinical question
b) Conducting a literature review
c) Implementing a practice change
d) Evaluating the outcomes
Answers: a), b), c), d)
Rationale: All listed options are essential components of
the evidence-based practice process, from questioning to
evaluation.
5. Multiple Choice: In the context of healthcare
improvements, what does PICO stand for?
a) Patient, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome
b) Population, Interest, Community, Observation
c) Problem, Information, Collaboration, Operation
d) Patient, Investigation, Care, Observation
Answer: a) Patient, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome
Rationale: PICO is a mnemonic used to describe the four
elements of a good clinical question in evidence-based
practice.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: The ________ model is a framework for
disseminating innovations in health care services.
Answer: Diffusion of Innovations
Rationale: The Diffusion of Innovations model explains
how, why, and at what rate new ideas and technology
spread through cultures.
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