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Developing evidence-based clinicians
1Faculty of Health, University of Western Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. m.johnson@uws.edu.au
International Journal of Nursing Practice
|January 29, 2002
Summary
This study explores research utilization and systematic reviews to empower clinicians in evidence-based practice. These methods help clinicians solve problems and inform policy using research, fostering a commitment to evidence-based care.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare
- Clinical Practice
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Healthcare advancements emphasize evidence-based care, requiring clinician engagement in practice change.
- Clinicians need effective mechanisms to integrate research findings into daily practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore research utilization and systematic reviews as tools for clinician empowerment.
- To foster an ethos of basing clinical practice on research evidence.
- To develop clinicians committed to applying research to practice.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of research utilization as a mechanism for practice change.
- Examination of systematic reviews as a process for evidence integration.
- Application of these methods in case studies on hypothermia management and postoperative observations.
Main Results:
- Research utilization and systematic reviews can empower clinicians.
- These processes facilitate seeking solutions, informing decisions, and developing policy.
- Case studies illustrate practical application and highlight strengths and weaknesses.
Conclusions:
- Research utilization and systematic reviews are key to developing evidence-based clinicians.
- These methods promote active clinician engagement and commitment to research application.
- Key application points for these methods are identified for future practice development.