A nursing unit has noticed an increase in hospital-acquired pressure injuries over the past quarter. The charge nurse wants to implement a change in wound care practice based on the best available research. Which statement best explains why evidence-based practice (EBP) is important in this situation?
- EBP allows nurses to rely solely on personal clinical experience when making care decisions.
- EBP primarily focuses on reducing hospital costs rather than improving patient safety.
- EBP is only relevant when a physician orders a change in the patient's care plan.
- EBP ensures that nursing interventions are grounded in current research to improve patient outcomes.