The nurse manager of a 30-bed medical surgical unit has noticed that the fall rate of postoperative patients has increased in the past 2 months.The nurse manager wants to address this situation using evidence-based practice.Which type of trigger did the nurse manager use?

A) Literature-focused trigger
B) Problem-focused trigger
C) Knowledge-focused trigger
D) Expectations-focused trigger

Evidence-Based Practice

The combination of healthcare professionals' knowledge, the values and preferences of the patient, and the most current and relevant research evidence in making decisions regarding the care of a patient.

Nurse Manager

A registered nurse who supervises nursing staff and manages the patient care units, involved in policy development, personnel management, and financial planning.

Fall Rate

The frequency at which falls occur within a specified population or setting, often used as a quality indicator in healthcare.