Module Aim
To facilitate an understanding of the concept of evidence-based practice and assist learners to evaluate the relevance of evidence in their clinical setting and the wider context of palliative care.
Intended
learning outcomes
Upon completion of this module the learner shall be able to:
1.Discuss the concepts of evidence
based
practice in relation to their clinical practice;
2.Utilize the skills related to gathering
and appraising evidence for an identified element of practice;
3.Analyse the place for evidence
based
practice in palliative care;
4.Demonstrate knowledge and skills in
systematic searching for evidence using information technology;
5.Analyse and utilize different audit tools e.g.
quality of life assessments;
6.Analyse the ‘audit cycle’ (done year 4)
7.Apply audit (done year 4) and evidence
based
practice;
8.Describe the audit project guidelines
(done year 4).