How the web portal NHS Evidence will help nurses to make informed decisions

Area of Science:

• Health Services Research
• Information Science

Background:

• The National Health Service (NHS) Evidence service was launched in April 2009.
• Access to reliable clinical and non-clinical evidence is crucial for informed decision-making in health and social care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline how nurses can effectively utilize the NHS Evidence service.
• To explain the features of NHS Evidence, including its accreditation system.

Main Methods:

• The article describes the functionalities of NHS Evidence.
• It highlights the introduction of an accreditation mark for reliable guidance sources.

Main Results:

• NHS Evidence facilitates access to up-to-date evidence and best practices.
• An accreditation mark is awarded to dependable sources, aiding evidence identification.

Conclusions:

• Nurses can leverage NHS Evidence for informed clinical and non-clinical decision-making.
• The service enhances the identification of trustworthy evidence through its accreditation feature.