Dietetic interns' perceptions and use of evidence-based practice: an exploratory study.
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SUBMITTER: Hinrichs RJ
PROVIDER: S-EPMC5764595 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jan
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
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Dietetic interns' perceptions and use of evidence-based practice: an exploratory study.
Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA 20180102 1
<h4>Objective</h4>This study explored dietetic interns' perceptions and knowledge of evidence-based practice (EBP), their use and observation of EBP principles during their clinical rotations, and their intentions to use EBP in their careers.<h4>Methods</h4>A mixed methods design combining a survey and focus group was employed. Dietetic interns (n=16) from a large Midwestern university were recruited in person and via email to participate in the survey, focus group, or both. Perceptions and expe ...[more]
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