When searching for information to answer clinical or research questions, you may be required to use evidence-based methods and resources. 

Evidence Based Practice is a process of clinical decision-making based on the best available evidence that has been critically assessed in the context of the needs and holistic profile of particular individual patient. It was first defined by Dr David Sackett in the 1990s.

• The best research evidence is usually from relevant research that has been carried out using sound methodology.
• Clinical expertise is a combination of the clinician’s experience, education and clinical skills.
• The patient has his/her own personal preferences, concerns, expectations, and values.
• The practice context includes characteristics of the situation in which the interaction between patient and health professional is taking place - for example, the resources available.

Books

Library Research Guide

• Evidence Based Practice Resource Guide

Tutorials

• What is Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)?

A tutorial by the Duke University Medical Center Library and the Health Sciences Library at the University of Carolina at Chapel Hill.

• EBL Learning Modules 
  These modules are created by NSW Health Clinical Information Access Portal (CIAP)

Websites

• Evidence-Based Medicine Toolbox