Evidence-based practice for nurses and allied health professionals / Paul Linsley and Ros Kane ; foreword by Janet Barker.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Part I. Introducing evidence-based practice -- Introduction: what is evidence-based practice? -- The nature of knowledge, evidence and ethical approval -- Clinical judgement and decision making -- Finding the evidence -- Part II. Critiquing the evidence -- What is critical appraisal? -- Critical appraisal and quantitative research -- Critical appraisal and qualitative research -- Systematic reviews and evidence-based practice -- Part III. Making changes -- Evaluation, audit and research -- Evidence into practice: practice development, improvement and innovation -- Clinical academic careers.

"This long-standing textbook provides a clear overview of evidence-based practice. It explores the basic prinicples of knowledge, evidence and decision making and guides students through the process of crtitquing and using evidence in their day-to-day practice. The 5th edition has been updated to reflect contemporary approaches, drawing from lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and includes a new chapter explaining the difference between evaluation, audit and research. Additional features: case studies, activities and end of chapter crossword puzzles help students consolidate their understanding provides a collection of practical appraisal tools and templates to use when reviewing differnet sources of research extensive glossary providing clear definitions of key terminology"-- Provided by publisher.