Nurses need to evaluate readiness to engage in evidence-based practices. An important aspect of this evaluation is:

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Nurses need to be aware of available resources to obtain research evidence in order to engage in evidence-based practices. This includes access to databases, journals, and other sources of current research. Asking colleagues if they support evidence-based practice may not necessarily indicate readiness to engage in it, and acceptance of regulatory bodies determining evidence-based practice may not encompass the full scope of current research. Reading psychiatric nursing textbooks can enhance knowledge, but it is not the most effective way to stay current with evidence-based practices.

Nurses Need to Evaluate Readiness to Engage in Evidence-Based Practices