NAVIGATING EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE: ESSENTIAL STRATEGIES FOR INTEGRATION IN CLINICAL NURSING

Author Name: 1.Azra Parveen, 2. Dhanasekar V M , 3. Ani C Vijay , 4. Devi. K , 5. Ancy D. , 6. Rathod Falguni Mohandas, 7. Monika S. Wankhade, 8. Dr. Anil Kumar Mavliya

Volume/Issue: 05/06

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/12.2024-92833434/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Principal, Praduman Singh SPS School of Nursing, India.
2. Nursing tutor/DNS, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalagiri, India.
3. Nursing Tutor, AIIMS Mangalagiri, India.
4. Vice Principal, SRM College of Nursing, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India.
5. Associate Professor, Sree Sastha College of Nursing, India.
6. Assistant Professor, Sumandeep Nursing College, Sumandeep Vidyapeeth Deemed to University, India.
7. Assistant Professor, Guru Govind Singh Memorial School of Nursing, Nanded, India.
8. Principal, COER College of Nursing and Paramedical Science, Roorkee, India.

ABSTRACT

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is a cornerstone of contemporary nursing, fundamentally transforming how healthcare professionals make clinical decisions. By integrating the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences, EBP aims to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care provided. This article explores essential strategies for effectively integrating EBP into clinical nursing practice, highlighting the significance of fostering a supportive organizational culture, providing comprehensive education and training, and ensuring access to current research resources. Key strategies include developing critical appraisal skills among nursing staff, implementing evidence-based clinical guidelines, and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration. Additionally, the article emphasizes the importance of involving patients in the care process through shared decision-making and the use of educational resources to help them understand the evidence behind their treatment options. It addresses common barriers to EBP integration, such as time constraints, resistance to change, and lack of access to resources, offering practical solutions to overcome these challenges. This comprehensive review serves as a guide for nursing professionals seeking to enhance their practice through the principles of EBP, ensuring that nursing care is rooted in the best available evidence and aligned with the needs and preferences of patients. Evidence-based practice (EBP) is crucial for delivering high-quality patient care in clinical nursing. A systematic search of major databases (PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus) yielded 50 studies published between 2015 and 2022. Key findings highlight the importance of critical thinking, evidence search and appraisal, clinical decision support systems, interprofessional collaboration, and patient-centered care. Effective strategies include education and training, mentorship programs, and technology integration (electronic health records, mobile health applications, telehealth platforms). The Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice, ACE Star Model, and PARIHS Framework are presented as guiding frameworks for EBP implementation. This review provides clinical nurses, educators, and administrators with practical guidance for navigating EBP integration, enhancing patient outcomes, and promoting a culture of evidence-based care.

Key words: Evidence-based practice, clinical nursing, integration strategies, critical thinking, technology, interprofessional collaboration, patient-centered care.