Which of the following are true statements about the purpose of conducting critical appraisals of studies in nursing? Select all that apply.
A) Critical appraisals are seldom conducted for a class project.
B) Critical appraisals are often conducted before verbal presentations of studies.
C) Critical appraisals are often conducted after a published research report.
D) Critical appraisals are seldom conducted for article selection for publication.
E) Critical appraisals are often conducted for selection of abstracts when studies are presented at conferences.

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In general,studies are critically appraised to broaden understanding,summarize knowledge for practice,provide a knowledge base for future research,and determine the research evidence ready for use in practice.Critical appraisals are often conducted after a published research report and for selection of abstracts when studies are presented at conferences.In addition,critical appraisals are often conducted for a class project,after verbal presentations of studies,for article selection for publication,and for evaluation of research proposals for implementation or funding.

Which of the Following Are True Statements About the Purpose