A Beginner’s Guide to Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social Care (4th Edition): A Must-Read for Professionals

Are you struggling to understand and apply evidence-based practice in your field? Do you want a straightforward guide that can help you integrate evidence into your professional practice? Look no further than A Beginner’s Guide to Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social Care, now in its 4th edition. This book, written by Helen Aveyard, Kathleen Greenway, and Lucy Parsons, is a comprehensive resource that simplifies the concept of evidence-based practice and provides practical guidance for its application.

What the Experts Say

Dr. Steve J Hothersall, former Head of Social Work, Mental Health, and Learning Disability Nursing Education and Practice at Edge Hill University, praises the book, stating, “This is a must-read for a range of professionals, offering a balanced yet critically aware appraisal of the significance of evidence-based/informed practice in a complex professional world.” Professor Liz Halcomb, Professor of Primary Health Care Nursing at the University of Wollongong, Australia, also recommends the book, saying, “I would highly recommend this book to any clinicians or students looking to improve the way that they integrate evidence into their professional practice.”

A Comprehensive and Accessible Guide

The 4th edition of A Beginner’s Guide to Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social Care has been thoroughly revised with the addition of two new co-authors. The book uses simple and jargon-free language to make the topic accessible to those new to evidence-based practice. It provides a step-by-step guide to understanding evidence in practice and applying it to learning and professional work.

New Edition Features

• New explanations and examples from both health and social care practice
• Coverage of new discourse on the use of evidence generated by COVID-19
• In-depth coverage on the role, need, and quality of rapid reviews
• End-of-chapter questions to assess learning

About the Authors

Helen Aveyard, the principal lecturer at Oxford Brookes University, UK, brings her expertise in nursing to this book. She is also the author of Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care and co-author of A Postgraduates Guide to Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care and A Beginner’s Guide to Critical Thinking and Writing in Health and Social Care. Kathleen Greenway, a senior lecturer in adult nursing at Oxford Brookes University, focuses on gastrointestinal and gerontological nursing. Lucy Parsons, the Divisional Director of Nursing at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, is also pursuing a Professional Doctorate In Nursing at Oxford Brookes University.

Order Now and Enhance Your Professional Practice

A Beginner’s Guide to Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social Care is an essential resource for students and professionals in nursing, allied health care, and social care. Whether you’re a beginner seeking clarity on evidence-based practice or an experienced professional looking to enhance your skills, this book is for you. With its user-friendly approach and real-world examples, it will equip you with the knowledge and tools to apply evidence-based practice in your field. Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource – order your copy today!