Evidence Based Practice (EBP) is a decision-making process that uses three main components:
Source: Nichols, Darlene. Evidence-Based Practice for Social Work. 2021.
Types of Best Evidence Studies
- Systematic Reviews
- Meta-Analyses
- Randomized Controlled Trials
- Cohort Studies
- Case Control Studies
- Case Series and Case Reports
Appraise the Information
Three questions to answer when reading the research:
- What was the research question and why was the study needed?
- What was the research design?
- Was the research design appropriate for the question?