title: Practice question.
abstract: Practice development (PD) is a common phrase in health and social care. It is defined by McCormack et al ( 1999 ) as: 'A continuous process of improvement towards increased effectiveness in person-centred care, through enabling teams to transform the culture and context of care.' Although definitions vary, most agree that PD should embrace the concepts of engagement, empowerment, enlightenment, evaluation and evolution.
authors.affiliation: Intermediate care, NHS Bournemouth and Poole Community Health Services.
authors.forename: Dawne
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Garrett
authors.affiliation: School of Health and Social Care, Bournemouth University.
authors.forename: Fiona
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Cowdell