1. What is the primary purpose of conducting a systematic review in EBP? - A) To gather patient preferences - B) To conduct primary research - C) To summarize the existing body of evidence on a topic - D) To develop new practice guidelines Answer: C) To summarize the existing body of evidence on a topic Rationale: Systematic reviews are conducted to synthesize research findings from multiple studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evidence available on a particular topic. 2. When appraising a randomized controlled trial (RCT), which of the following is the most critical aspect to consider for ensuring internal validity? - A) The sample size - B) The randomization process - C) The publication date - D) The funding source Answer: B) The randomizatio