Combining Evidence-Based Practice, Learner-Guided Education, and Continuing Education

J Contin Educ Nurs. 2015 Dec;46(12):535-7. doi: 10.3928/00220124-20151112-02.

Abstract

Personal interest and investment in a topic can bring learning to life and affect real change in nursing practice. This article explains an innovative approach to combining learner-guided education and continuing education credit through a three-part approach to implementing evidence-based practice. This method can be used for nurses in any practice setting to generate learner interest and participation, while improving patient care.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Attitude of Health Personnel
  • Curriculum
  • Education, Nursing, Continuing / organization & administration*
  • Evidence-Based Practice / education*
  • Evidence-Based Practice / organization & administration*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Inservice Training / organization & administration*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital / education*
  • Nursing Staff, Hospital / psychology*
  • Organizational Innovation*