Evidence-Based Practice Model and the Importance of Incorporating Credible Evidence into the EBP Model

Evidence-Based Practice Models are theoretical frameworks that allow for fast implementation of evidence and sources. The Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence-Based (JHNEB) model is an example of an EBP model that can guide the implementation of pieces of evidence. This model emphasizes individual use rather than a system approach. It outlines a three-phased approach to implementing evidence. These are identifying the EBP question, the appraisal, rating, and description of the quality of evidence that adequately answers the EBP, and the translation phase (Liza Anicoche & Kaiser, 2021). This three-thronged approach offers a simplistic mechanism for incorporating changes in care processes.

Incorporating credible evidence into an EBP model is important as these models guide the integration of this evidence to create best care practices. These models also assure complete implementation of the provisions of these credible pieces of evidence or sources. This, in turn, optimizes healthcare providers’ utilization of organizational resources and time. By providing a systematic way of implementing changes, these model eliminates confusion during these processes that may reduce their effectiveness in practice (Speroni et al., 2020). In diabetic care, the JHNEB model can guide the implementation of specific changes in healthcare, such as the adoption of healthcare information technologies and glucose monitoring devices in patient monitoring, which are integral in comprehensive diabetes management.

Conclusion

Long-term diabetic complication remains a concerning healthcare issue that contributes significantly to suffering and death. New approaches in diabetic care targeted at minimizing these complications and improving their management may be valuable in lessening the health impacts of this problem. The CRAAP model of ascertaining the credibility of articles can be vital in evaluating research on diabetic care. Credible evidence can be integrated into practice using EBP models like the JHNEB. These models provide a systematic approach to implementing changes in healthcare, highlighting their significance.

References

Karthik, R. C., Radhakrishnan, A., Vikram, A., Arumugam, B., & Jagadeesh, S. (2020). Self-care practices among type II diabetics in a rural area of Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu. Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, 9(6), 2912. https://doi.org/10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_356_20