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The beginners guide to Evidence-based Practice for Nursing, Health and Social Care. An Introduction to Evidence-based Practice in Nursing & Health aims to help students, educators, mentors and professionals to make sense of knowledge derived from research and how to use it as a basis for making sound decisions about patient care. Covering everything from basic terminology to the application of Evidence-based Practice in your everyday routine, this text is the guide to better practice. Written in a accessible and interactive style, An Introduction to Evidence-based Practice in Nursing & Health clearly sets out what Evidence-based Practice is, why it is important and how you can use it successfully to improve patient care. Key Features for success in Evidence-based Practice: Simply and quickly shows you what Evidence-based Practice is and how you can use it. Helps you to develop an understanding of the policies driving Evidence-based Practice and professional development. Regular reinforcement of your learning through integrated Activities and end-of-chapter self assessment. Extensive references and suggestions for further reading and online research. Integrated Glossary keeps you up-to-date with the latest jargon.

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Author:   Alison Pooler (Keele University, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 13.80cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.340kg
ISBN:  

9781138835672

ISBN 10:   1138835676
Pages:   96
Publication Date:   24 December 2014
Audience:   College/higher education ,  General/trade ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

PrefaceChapter 1: What is Research?Chapter 2: What is Evidence and Evidence-Based Practice?Chapter 3: Why do we need an Evidence Base in our Clinical Practice? Chapter 4: Clinical Guidelines and the need for Clinical Audit.Chapter 5: Change Management in the Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice. Answers to post-test questions Index

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