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Evidence in practice
1Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Central Manchester and Manchester Children's University Hospitals, Charlestown Road, Blackley, Manchester, M9 7AA, UK. tony.akobeng@cmmc.nhs.uk
Archives of Disease in Childhood
|July 26, 2005
Summary
This article demonstrates applying evidence-based practice principles to enhance patient care. It covers formulating questions, finding and appraising evidence, and integrating it with patient preferences and resource availability for better clinical decisions.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Evidence-Based Medicine
Background:
- Previous articles in the series outlined principles for improving patient care.
- A clinical scenario is utilized to demonstrate practical application.
Purpose of the Study:
- To illustrate the application of evidence-based practice principles in a clinical setting.
- To provide a practical demonstration of key steps in evidence-based practice.
Main Methods:
- Formulating answerable clinical questions.
- Searching for and critically appraising relevant evidence.
- Integrating evidence with patient preferences and resource constraints.
Main Results:
- A practical demonstration of the evidence-based practice process is provided.
- The importance of considering patient preferences, intervention availability, and costs is highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Applying evidence-based practice principles can improve patient care.
- Developing evidence-based policies within clinical teams is crucial for consistent, high-quality care.