“Making the Case for Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and Cultivating a Spirit of Inquiry”

“Making the Case for Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and

Cultivating a Spirit of Inquiry”

Directions:  Complete each portion of the study guide and submit at the designated deadline date.

1.  Describe/define the following words and terms:

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Evidence

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External evidence

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Internal evidence

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PICOT format

2. Using your own words, briefly explain  Figure 1.1 on page 4 of the assigned chapter reading.

3.What are two reasons for nursesto consistently implement evidence-based practice when caring for clients?

            a.

            b.

4. There are 6 key elements associated with an EBP culture and environment.  Select three that you believe are a priority and list them.

            a.

            b.

            c.

5.   What are the steps of Evidence-based Practice?  List them.

6. From the list of barriers to EBP, list three that you consider a priority. Give a brief rationale for your selection.

7.From the list of facilitators to EBP, list three that you consider a priority.  Give a brief rationale for your selection.