A nurse manager is assessing the unit staff on their degree of information literacy.What actions by staff members best indicate good information literacy skills? (Select all that apply.)
A) Able to conduct relevant computer searches for information.
B) Evaluate sources of information as to their validity and reliability.
C) Notice that a particular problem exists and recognize the need for information.
D) Search common lay Internet sites for health care-related information.
E) Use information to inform best practices and improve patient care.

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Different organizations have criteria for an information-literate health care provider, which include being able to conduct a search effectively, being able to evaluate the source of information, recognizing that a question exists and recognizing the depth of information needed, and using information to inform best practices, which ultimately improves patient care.Searching common lay-level websites (e.g., Google)does not qualify a person as information literate.

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