100 4.1.1 Evidence-based Practice

The application of evidence-based practice involves:

• A comprehensive assessment of the patient’s condition
• Collaboration with participants in prioritizing their problems in selecting and implementing the appropriate intervention
• Tailoring the intervention based on the best evidence available to meet the patient’s preferences, beliefs, values and social determinants of health.

Evidence-based practice is a complex process influenced by various factors:

• Characteristics of the research
• Characteristics of the organization within which the research is being diffused
• Characteristics of the potential users of the research
• The process by which the research findings are communicated to the individuals

As a NP, you play a crucial role in this process and your responsibility involves:

• Understanding and addressing these influencing factors
• Proactively mitigating potential negative influences