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Belinda M Toole1, Jaynelle F Stichler, Laurie Ecoff
1Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, California, USA. Belinda.toole@sharp.com
Abstract:
Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a mandate for nursing practice. Education on EBP has occurred in academic settings, but not all nurses have received this training. The authors describe a randomized controlled pretest/posttest design testing the differences in effectiveness of two educational methods to improve nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practice of EBP. Results indicated both methods improved self-reported practice. On the basis of the study findings, staff development educators can select the teaching method that best complements their organizational environment.
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