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Evidence-Based Practice in Oncology Nursing

A review

The lecture duration is 18min.

0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Darcy Burbage
Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the National Oncology Nursing Society
Lecture Summary

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a problem-solving approach to clinical practice that integrates the conscientious use of best research evidence in combination with clinician experience as well as patient preferences and values to make decisions for care that will promote the optimal outcome. Oncology nurses play a crucial role in helping to identify issues that may impact clinical practice. Their expertise in improving systems and care delivery will result in improved outcomes.

Target Audience

Oncology nurses
Trainee oncology doctors
General practitioners

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Discuss the impact of EBP in ensuring quality and value in cancer care
  • Identify standardized approaches that can be utilized to implement EBP in clinical practice
  • Describe best practices that oncology nurses can use to implement EBP in their practice setting

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