Essential elements in developing evidence-based practice
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Essential elements in developing evidence-based practice

Joanne Cleary-Holdforth Lecturer in nursing, Dublin City University, Ireland
Therese Leufer Lecturer in nursing, Dublin City University, Ireland

This article addresses the principles of evidence-based practice and considers the essential elements involved in the process. The overall aim of the article is to equip nurses with the necessary knowledge and skills to use evidence-based practice competently and to make a positive contribution to patient outcomes.

Nursing Standard. 23, 2, 42-46. doi: 10.7748/ns2008.09.23.2.42.c6670

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joanne.cleary-holdforth@dcu.ie

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