One of the research competencies needed by baccalaureate-prepared nurses in order to have an evidence-based practice is the ability to

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The role of research consumer is often underappreciated, but really is the very foundation of evidence-based practice. As a research consumer, nurses must be able to locate, read, and critically evaluate research reports and make judgments about their usefulness for a specific patient situation. Conducting a full literature review and developing new studies are incorrect because these are not baccalaureate level expectations. Conducting a full literature review is a master's level expectation and developing new studies is a PhD level expectation.

One of the Research Competencies Needed by Baccalaureate-Prepared Nurses in Order