A nurse who recently joined the policy and procedure committee is reviewing a proposal for changing the type of needleless systems currently used to administer intravenous medications in the hospital. Which of the following would most effectively support the proposed change?

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Outlining a planned pilot study would provide firsthand evidence of the effectiveness and feasibility of the new needleless system in the hospital setting. A single randomized clinical trial may not necessarily be applicable to the specific needs and resources of the hospital. Evidence from an outpatient hematology center may not directly relate to the hospital's intravenous medication administration practices. The occurrence of two staff injuries related to needlesticks is an important consideration, but alone it may not provide enough evidence to support the proposed change.

A Nurse Who Recently Joined the Policy and Procedure Committee