Week 1 Learning Outcomes

Question 1

Why is EBP important?

Answer 1

EBP is important for improving patient outcomes and ensuring that healthcare decisions are based on the best available evidence.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) integrates clinical expertise with the best available research evidence.

Question 2

What does EBP stand for?

Answer 2

Evidence-Based Practice

EBP is a systematic approach to decision-making in healthcare.

Question 3

What are the five steps in the EBP model?

Answer 3

1. Ask a question
2. Acquire evidence
3. Appraise the evidence
4. Apply the evidence
5. Assess the outcome

This model guides practitioners in using research to inform clinical decisions.

Question 4

What are the two broad research approaches in EBP?

Answer 4

Qualitative and Quantitative research

Qualitative research explores phenomena through interviews or observations, while quantitative research uses statistical methods to test hypotheses.

Question 5

What factors affect the quality of evidence and research?

Answer 5

Validity, reliability, and generalisability

These factors determine how well research findings can be trusted and applied in practice.

Question 6

What are the different types of evidence in EBP?

Answer 6

1. Primary research
2. Secondary research
3. Reviews
4. Guidelines

Primary research reports original findings, while secondary research synthesizes existing studies.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: EBP integrates clinical expertise with the best available _______.

Answer 7

evidence

This integration helps practitioners make informed decisions.