Includes an overview on the features of the OTseeker and how to use the database.
"Evidence-based practice entails making decisions about how to promote healthful behaviors by integrating the best available evidence with practitioner expertise and other resources, and with the characteristics, state, needs, values and preferences of those who will be affected. This is done in a manner that is compatible with the environmental and organizational context Evidence is comprised of research findings derived from the systematic collection of data through observation and experiment and the formulation of questions and testing of hypotheses".
Evidence-based practice model is a step-by-step process.
Note: Studies and sources that are selected as being of the highest level of rigor, quality and clinical relevance are recommended for use as “evidence” to inform practice, along with clinician experience and client values, beliefs and preferences.
Sources: AOTA. (2011). Evidence-Based Practice Resources, Retrieved from http://www.aota.org/Educate/Research/2011-EBP-Resources.aspx?FT=.pdf, EBBP. (2007). Defining Evidence-Based Behavorial Practice. Retrived from http://www.ebbp.org/ebbp.html, EBBP. (2007). Steps for Evidence-Based Behavioral Practice. Retrived from http://www.ebbp.org/steps.html
OTs and OTAs are eager to provide effective services that are client-centered, supported by evidence, and delivered in an efficient and cost effective manner.
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Source: AOTA. (2011). Evidence-Based Practice Resources, Retrieved from http://www.aota.org/Educate/Research/2011-EBP-Resources.aspx?FT=.pdf