A public health nurse (PHN) would like to incorporate evidence-based practice into the clinical practice at the health department. According to Melnyk and associates, which of the following steps should the nurse take first?
A) Integrating the evidence with clinical expertise
B) Cultivating a spirit of inquiry
C) Asking clinical questions
D) Searching for the best evidence

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Cultivating a spirit of inquiry is the first step in incorporating evidence-based practice, as it involves developing a questioning attitude towards practice and a desire to seek out the best evidence to support clinical decisions.

A Public Health Nurse (PHN) Would Like to Incorporate Evidence-Based