A Beginner's Guide to evidence Based Practice in Health and Social Care
“At last, a jargon free Evidence Based Practice Book! This book gives the impression that it is a friendly tutor always on standby to answer any of your questions. It is written well, in a personable style to allow the reader to take in all the concepts of Evidence Based Practice.”
Irene Mabbott, Practice Development Co-ordinator (Evidence based Practice), Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, UK
“I love this book. It's ideal for students new to research and qualified professionals needing an update. I think this book should be on every university reading list. It is set out in an easy to follow format with lots of examples relating to practice which allows the reader to understand the importance of research from the first page.”
Lynda Luke, www.studentnurse.org.uk
Have you heard of ‘evidence based practice’ but don't know what it means? Are you having trouble relating evidence to your practice?
This accessible book presents the topic in a simple, easy to understand way, enabling those unfamiliar with evidence based practice to apply the concept to their practice and learning.
Using everyday language, this book provides a step-by-step guide to what we mean by evidence based practice and how to apply it. It also:
• Provides an easy to follow guide to searching for evidence
• Explains how to work out if the evidence is relevant or not
• Explores how evidence can be applied in the practice setting
A Beginner's Guide to Evidence Based Practice in Health and Social Care is key reading for everyone involved in looking at and applying evidence – students, practice educators, mentors and practising health and social care professionals.
