Improving patient care through the use of research

Developing research-based clinical practice is a challenging goal. Practice based on rigorously acquired knowledge is preferred to tradition, trial and error, or simply the advice of a colleague. The use of a systematic approach for this process will facilitate the clinician's ability to reach...

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Published in:	Orthopaedic nursing Vol. 20; no. 4; pp. 75 - 81
Main Author:	Pinch, W J
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Ovid Technologies 01-07-2001
Subjects:	Clinical Nursing Research Clinical trials Clinical Trials as Topic Diffusion of Innovation Evaluation Studies as Topic Health care Medical research Nursing Orthopedic Nursing Outcome and Process Assessment (Health Care) Pilot Projects Quality of Health Care - standards
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Summary:	Developing research-based clinical practice is a challenging goal. Practice based on rigorously acquired knowledge is preferred to tradition, trial and error, or simply the advice of a colleague. The use of a systematic approach for this process will facilitate the clinician's ability to reach such a goal. An eight-step method is described as a basic guide to complete the process--from problem identification to dissemination of the results of the experience. Other important steps include summarizing the related research, development of an innovation, analysis of the setting, planning and implementing the change process, and evaluation of the outcomes. Rewards for engaging in this activity as well as limitations are addressed.
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ISSN:	0744-6020 1542-538X
DOI:	10.1097/00006416-200107000-00012