title: Essential elements in developing evidence-based practice.
abstract: This article addresses the principles of evidence-based practice and considers the essential elements involved in the process. The overall aim of the article is to equip nurses with the necessary knowledge and skills to use evidence-based practice competently and to make a positive contribution to patient outcomes.
authors.affiliation: Dublin City University, Ireland. joanne.cleary-holdforth@dcu.ie
authors.forename: Joanne
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Cleary-Holdforth
authors.forename: Therese
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Leufer
mesh_terms: D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D009726:Nurses; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care; D011361:Professional Competence; D006113:United Kingdom