Barriers to Evidence-Based Practice

Sustaining change can be difficult, as there are many variables that can affect implementation. One critical component of evidence-based practice is to ensure that practice change is part of an organization’s culture so it will continue to impact outcomes over time.

Name two potential barriers that may prevent your evidence-based practice change proposal from continuing to obtain the same desired results six months to a year from now, and your strategies for overcoming these barriers.

Create a professional presentation of your evidence-based intervention and change proposal to be disseminated to an interprofessional audience of leaders and stakeholders. Include the intervention, evidence-based literature, objectives, resources needed, anticipated measurable outcomes, and how the intervention would be evaluated.

Submit the presentation in LoudCloud for feedback from the instructor. While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

Barriers to Evidence-Based Practice

Sustaining change in evidence-based practice (EBP) is crucial for ensuring long-term positive outcomes. However, certain barriers can impede this process. Two potential barriers include staff resistance to change and insufficient training.

Staff resistance to change can arise from a lack of understanding or belief in the proposed EBP intervention. For instance, if staff members are accustomed to a particular protocol and do not see the benefits of the new practice, they may resist its implementation. To overcome this barrier, it is essential to engage staff early in the change process. This can be achieved through workshops and discussions highlighting the evidence supporting the EBP intervention and its potential benefits for patient outcomes. Encouraging open dialogue allows staff to voice their concerns and fosters a sense of ownership over the change.

Another barrier is insufficient training, which can hinder the successful implementation of the proposed intervention. Staff may not feel confident in applying the new practices due to a lack of knowledge or skills. To address this issue, organizations should provide comprehensive training sessions tailored to the specific intervention. Continuous support through mentorship or follow-up workshops can further enhance staff competence and confidence in executing the new practices.

By proactively addressing these barriers through engagement and training, the EBP proposal can achieve sustained success, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.

References

Obeidat, H. M., Bond, E. A., & Hweidi, I. M. (2009). Facilitated tucking during invasive procedures for preterm infants: A systematic review. International Journal of Nursing Practice, 15(2), 100-107. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-172X.2009.01765.x

Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2015). Evidence-based practice in nursing & healthcare: A guide to best practice (3rd ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2019). The essentials: Core competencies for professional nursing education. https://www.aacnnursing.org/Portals/42/AcademicNursing/Essentials.pdf

Barriers to Evidence-Based Practice