When providing client care, the nurse identifies a problem and develops a related clinical question. Next, the nurse intends to gather evidence so that the decision-making process in response to the problem and clinical question is evidence-based. When gathering evidence, which consideration is most important?

A. Past experience with similar problems can provide useful insights but should not be the sole basis for evidence-based decision-making.B. Related personal values may influence the nurse's perspective, but evidence-based practice should be grounded in objective, empirical data rather than personal beliefs.C. The relevance of the evidence to the situation is most important. Evidence must be directly applicable to the clinical question and problem at hand to ensure the decision-making process is appropriate and effective.D. The frequency that the problem occurs can help prioritize issues but does not necessarily impact the quality or applicability of the evidence gathered.