Evidence-based Practice in Nursing: Edition 6

Peter Ellis

Mar 2026 · Learning Matters

Ebook

216

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Eligible

This book will become available on March 16, 2026. You will not be charged until it is released.

About this ebook

Evidence-based practice is central to safe, high-quality and effective nursing. Written in clear, straightforward language, this book introduces students to the relevant theory and terminology and builds their understanding of how to apply evidence to practice. They′ll learn how to evaluate different sources of evidence, apply it to their clinical decision making and, ultimately, contribute to an evidence-based culture in their workplace.

Key features

- Fully updated in line with contemporary evidence and practice, including the use of AI

- Each chapter is mapped to the NMC standards, showing how the content relates to the requirements of a registered nurse

- Filled with activities and real-world case studies to help students understand how to identify, evaluate and implement evidence-based practice

- Promotes an evidence-based culture in all aspects of nursing practice, supporting professional identity and development

About the author

Peter Ellis is an independent nursing and health and social care writer and consultant, and CEO of Intelligent Care Software. He is also an Expert Witness for nursing and social care. Peter was most recently a Registered Manager and Nursing Director in the Hospice and social care settings. Prior to this, he was a senior lecturer and programme director at Canterbury Christ Church University where he taught understanding research, among other topics, to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students. Peter is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow of Canterbury Christ Church University and has a special interest, including ongoing research, in palliative and end-of-life care

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