基本説明
A uniquely accessible and straightforward book which makes evidence-based practice clear to even the novice student.
Full Description
The second edition of Janet Barker's bestselling textbook introduces the concept of evidence-based practice to nurses in a uniquely straightforward way. Split into three Parts, the book firstly provides students with a theoretical background to the topic, secondly explores the skills needed for an evidence-based approach and finally demonstrates how readers can apply the knowledge they have gained to their own practice and student work.A learning tool which really gets readers thinking, the book features:o Quirky word puzzles to test knowledgeo Activities for reflectiono Boxes, tables and figures to outline key pointso A glossary of important terms covered in the booko Learning outcomes and chapter summaries for revisionIt will be essential reading for all student nurses at pre-qualifying level, and for qualified nurses who are exploring issues related to evidence-based practice for the first time.
Contents
PrefacePART ONEIs Evidence-Based Practice?The Nature of Knowledge, Evidence and How to Ask the Right QuestionsPatient Perspectives and Shared Decision-Making Clinical JudgementFinding the EvidenceConclusionPART TWO: CRITIQUING THE EVIDENCEWhat Is Critical Appraisal? Critical Appraisal and Quantitative Research Critical Appraisal and Qualitative Research Systematic Reviews and Evidence-Based PracticeConclusionPART THREE: MAKING CHANGESMoving from Evidence to Practice DevelopmentReflection, Portfolios and Evidence-Based Practice ConclusionAppendices Solutions to Word PuzzlesGlossaryReferences