A nurse is using evidence-based practice (EBP) to address client care issues. Which factors does the nurse include in this process? ((Select ONE that does not apply.)

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: EBP includes nurse expertise (B), client preferences (C), research findings (D), and client values (E). Cost-saving (A) is not a core EBP component.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Critical thinking (C) is orderly and logical, unlike A (vague), B (reflective focus), or D (nursing-specific).

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Both A and B (C) affect group effectiveness, unlike D.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Clinical judgement (C) emphasizes intuition, unlike A, B, or D.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Functional nursing (B) assigns tasks by role, unlike A, C, or D.