PRACTICE SET 2026 TESTED
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
SOLUTIONS
◉ What are the sources of evidence for EBP? Answer: Textbooks,
articles from nursing and health care literature, and peer-reviewed
journals.
◉ What is the first step in the evidence-based practice process? Answer:
Cultivate a spirit of inquiry.
◉ What does PICOT stand for? Answer: Patient population,
Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Time.
◉ What is the purpose of asking a clinical question in PICOT format?
Answer: To structure the question for clarity and focus on specific
aspects of patient care.
◉ What is the significance of critically appraising evidence? Answer:
To synthesize findings and assess the scientific rigor and applicability of
the evidence.
◉ What should be done after integrating evidence into practice?
Answer: Evaluate the outcomes of the practice decision or change.