Main description:

What is evidence-based practice and why do we need it?

How do I critique evidence?

How do I use evidence to drive practice?

If you are looking for jargon-free answers to these questions and much more, this is the book for you.

In Evidence-based Practice for Nurses and Healthcare, the authors use case studies, examples, and theoretical overviews to guide you through the concept of evidence-based practice and provide practical guidance on its utilisation in clinical practice.
The new 4th edition has been fully updated to reflect contemporary practice and includes a new chapter on the 'History and Development of Clinical Academics,' which looks at clinical academic careers and the impact and benefits this has for nurses and healthcare professionals on their clinical practice. Written to support nurses at pre and post-registration, the book includes an interdisciplinary focus covering health and social care curricula.

Contents:

Part One: Introducing Evidence-based Practice
Chapter 1: Introduction: What is Evidence-based Practice
Chapter 2: The Nature of Knowledge, Evidence and How to Ask the Right Questions
Chapter 3: Service User and Carer Involvement
Chapter 4: Clinical Judgement and Decision Making
Chapter 5: Finding the Evidence
Part Two: Critiquing the Evidence
Chapter 6: What is Critical Appraisal?
Chapter 7: Critical Appraisal and Quantitative Research
Chapter 8: Critical Appraisal and Qualitative Research
Chapter 9: Systematic Reviews and Evidence-based Practice
Part Three: Making Changes
Chapter 10: Reflection, Portfolios and Evidence-based Practice
Chapter 11: Evidence into Practice: Practice Development, Improvement and Innovation
Chapter 12: Clinical Academic Careers