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OCC Clinical Trials & Evidence-Based Practice Flashcards

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  1. Which study design provides the HIGHEST level of evidence for evaluating the effectiveness of a new chemotherapy regimen?

    Answer: Randomized controlled trial (RCT)

    The randomized controlled trial is the gold standard study design for establishing causal efficacy by minimizing bias through randomization and controlled comparison.

  2. A patient's oncologist recommends a treatment listed as Category 1 in the NCCN Guidelines. What does this designation mean?

    Answer: High-level evidence with uniform consensus that the recommendation is appropriate

    NCCN Category 1 designations indicate high-level evidence (usually from RCTs) with uniform consensus among NCCN panel members supporting the recommendation.

  3. The oncology nurse is reviewing a study that reports a hazard ratio (HR) of 0.65 with a 95% CI of 0.50-0.85 for a new drug versus placebo. What does this mean?

    Answer: The new drug reduces the risk of the event by 35%, and this is statistically significant

    An HR of 0.65 means a 35% reduction in the hazard (risk) of the event; since the 95% CI (0.50-0.85) does not cross 1.0, the result is statistically significant.

  4. Which quality improvement model is MOST commonly used in oncology nursing practice to implement and evaluate evidence-based changes?

    Answer: PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) cycle

    The PDSA cycle is the most widely used quality improvement model in nursing and oncology practice for iterative, evidence-based practice change.

  5. A nurse wants to find the best evidence for managing chemotherapy-induced nausea. Which resource provides the MOST credible, peer-reviewed clinical practice guidelines?

    Answer: ASCO, ONS, or NCCN clinical practice guidelines

    Professional organization guidelines from ASCO, ONS, and NCCN are developed through systematic evidence review and expert consensus, providing the most credible clinical practice guidance.

  6. A nurse is implementing a new evidence-based protocol for central line care. Which approach BEST demonstrates integration of evidence-based practice (EBP)?

    Answer: Combining current best evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide implementation

    Evidence-based practice integrates the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and individual patient values and preferences.

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