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The purpose of this
article is to introduce evidence-based concepts and demonstrate how to
find valid evidence to answer clinical questions. Evidence-based
decision making (EBDM) requires understanding new concepts and developing
new skills including how to: ask good clinical questions, conduct a
computerized search, critically appraise the evidence, apply the results
in clinical practice, and evaluate the process. This approach
recognizes that clinicians can never be completely current with all
conditions, medications, materials, or available products.
Thus EBDM provides a mechanism for addressing these gaps in knowledge in
order to provide the best care possible. In Part 1, a case scenario demonstrates the application of the skills involved in structuring a clinical question and conducting an online search using PubMed. Practice tips are provided along with online resources related to the evidence-based process. Keywords: Evidence-based decision making, evidence-based practice, MeSH, PubMed Citation: Forrest JL, Miller SA..
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