Evidence-Based Practices

In this lesson, we will define evidence based practices and do a review of the history and importance of research practices in nursing.  We will outline the five steps of the evidence based process and then detail nursing responsibilities in providing best practices and performing quality improvement.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Describe evidence based practice in nursing
2. Evaluate the five steps of the evidence based process
3. Explain benefits of evidence based practices
4. Discuss the process of quality improvement in nursing practice