Evidence-Based Practice (EBP): Nursing

EBP is a process which addresses a clinical problem by using the best evidence available to implement practice changes. The goal of EBP is to improve client outcomes and overall quality of careThe foundation of EBP in healthcare is research, which is a systematic process of validating, refining and generating new knowledge. Research and EBP work hand in hand to guide nurses in making effective and appropriate decisions using clinical judgment.