So this is what we mean by EvidenceBased Practice

Sources of knowledge
From where might you get information about how to practice in your profession?

EBP
Evidence-based clinical practice is an approach to decision-making in which the clinician uses the best evidence available, in consultation with the client, to decide upon the option which suits that client best.
(Cochrane Library)

EBP
Clinical Experience
Information from the Practice Context

Client Goals and Values

Scientific Research Evidence

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Reasons for using EBP

Accountability
Health science practitioners are accountable to their professional body

Professional ethics
Non-maleficence and beneficence Ensure best practice

Litigation
Negligent in exercising duty of care Legal consequences

1.Identify the information needed and form a clinical question

2.Find the evidence

3. Appraise the evidence 4. Integrate the evidence in clinical decision making 5. Evaluate the process