A group of nursing students was discussing the functions of nursing theories. Which statement below would give the impression a student requires more review of the material?
A) "Nursing theories help guide professional practice by interpreting evidence."
B) "Nursing theories have little effect on decision-making in practice."
C) "Nursing theories are influenced by personal values and beliefs."
D) "Nursing theories influence professional behaviors."

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The statements that nursing theories serve as guidelines for professional practice, nursing theories are influenced by values and beliefs, and nursing theories influence professional behaviors are true about nursing theories. The statement that nursing theories have little effect on decision-making is incorrect because nursing theories do have a significant effect on decision-making.

A Group of Nursing Students Was Discussing the Functions of Nursing