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Evidence-based Practice in Nursing

Sixth edition


March 2026 | 216 pages | Learning Matters

Evidence-based practice is central to safe, high-quality and effective nursing. Written in clear, straightforward language, this book introduces students to the relevant theory and terminology and builds their understanding of how to apply evidence to practice. They'll learn how to evaluate different sources of evidence, apply it to their clinical decision making and, ultimately, contribute to an evidence-based culture in their workplace.

Key features

- Fully updated in line with contemporary evidence and practice, including the use of AI

- Each chapter is mapped to the NMC standards, showing how the content relates to the requirements of a registered nurse            

- Filled with activities and real-world case studies to help students understand how to identify, evaluate and implement evidence-based practice

- Promotes an evidence-based culture in all aspects of nursing practice, supporting professional identity and development

 
Chapter 1: What is evidence-based nursing?
 
Chapter 2: Sources of knowledge for evidence-based care
 
Chapter 3: Critiquing research: general points
 
Chapter 4: Critiquing research: approach-specific elements
 
Chapter 5: Making sense of subjective experience
 
Chapter 6: Working with others to achieve evidence-based care
 
Chapter 7: Clinical decision making in evidence-based nursing
 
Chapter 8: Using evidence in the workplace

Peter Ellis

Peter Ellis is an independent nursing and health and social care writer and consultant, and CEO of Intelligent Care Software. He is also an Expert Witness for nursing and social care. Peter was most recently a Registered Manager and Nursing Director in the Hospice and social care settings. Prior to this, he was a senior lecturer and programme director at Canterbury Christ Church University where he taught understanding research, among other topics, to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students. Peter is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow of Canterbury Christ Church University and has a special interest, including ongoing research... More About Author

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