1.
J Contin Educ Nurs
; 42(2): 57-68; quiz 69-70, 2011 Feb.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-20672761
ABSTRACT
The literature confirms that much confusion exists regarding the terms quality improvement (QI), evidence-based practice (EBP), and research. A multifaceted approach was used to provide clarity regarding these three equally important concepts. First, the authors present a synthesis of the literature that discusses differences between QI, EBP, and research. Second, the authors introduce a newly created comparative table that synthesizes current literature and showcases differences between QI, EBP, and research. Finally, the authors highlight uses of the comparative table within multiple settings.