A nurse researcher reviewing an experimental study notices that one group received the "gold standard" treatment. This should be most accurately interpreted as what?
A) Experimental treatment
B) No treatment
C) Nonconventional treatment
D) Current standard of treatment

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The "gold standard" treatment refers to the current standard of care or treatment that is widely accepted and recognized as the best available option for a particular condition or disease. In an experimental study, it is common to compare the effects of a new treatment or intervention with the current standard of care. Therefore, if one group receives the "gold standard" treatment, it means they are receiving the current standard of treatment for the condition being studied.

A Nurse Researcher Reviewing an Experimental Study Notices That One