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Nursing Resources: Evidence Based Practice

This guide provides an overview of the nursing resources available via the St. Thomas Libraries.

What is Evidence Based Practice?

Evidence based practice is the integration of clinical expertise, best available evidence, and patient values. Considered together, these components allow clinicians to make decisions supported by research and provide individualized patient-centered care. 

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Steps to Evidence Based Practice

  • Step 1: Ask a well-built question
  • Step 2: Acquire evidence
  • Step 3: Appraise the evidence
  • Step 4: Apply the evidence along with clinical judgment and patient values
  • Step 5: Assess the results