One of the biggest challenges of evidence-based practice (EBP) is translating knowledge, research, and clinical expertise into action. Failure to execute EBP well is rarely due to a lack of information, understanding, or experience; rather, it comes down to the lack of tools and practicality of implementing EBP into nursing care.

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Identifying triggering issues/opportunities -- State the question or purpose -- Is the topic a priority? -- Form a team -- Assemble, appraise, and synthesize body of evidence -- Is there sufficient evidence? -- Design and pilot the practice change -- Implementation -- Evaluation -- Is change appropriate for adoption in practice? -- Integrate and sustain the practice change -- Disseminate results.