Question

The conversion to electronic charting has been difficult for many older physicians. Unless the physician is employed by the hospital, requiring them to use the electronic record is difficult. Physicians in general have a difficult time changing practice even when the evidence indicates the change should occur. Nurses also can be reluctant to use the evidence. How can we support evidence change practice in our profession?

Answer 1

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is the conscientious and judicious use of current best evidence in conjunction with clinical expertise and patient values to guide health care decisions.we use EBP to improve quality patient care, maximize reimbursement for physical therapy services, increase the credibility of the physical therapy profession within the health care industry. EBP is important because it aims to provide the most effective care that is available, with the aim of improving patient outcomes. Patients expect to receive the most effective care based on the best available evidence.As health professionals, part of providing a professional service is ensuring that our practice is informed by the best available evidencee So we should support evidence change practice. For that health care professionals can involve in research to get more knowledge and for better clinical decision-making. And each care should use the evidence based approach for effective outcomes and all professional should be encouraged to do so from the initial process of their training period so when they reach into profession they use it without hesitation. And if there is any change from current care techniques we should be able to learn and utilize that change for better outcome. Therefore we should be aware of these changes by improving our knowlege by involving in research practices and changes.