Guideline adaptation : conducting systematic, exhaustive, and reproducible searches
(eBook)

Includes bibliographical references.

Clinical policy regarding the management of health conditions has historically been driven by knowledge and experience of healthcare professionals. Evidence-based practice posits that a health care professional must include and combine the best available evidence, with clinical expertise and the patient's for treatment. This book will outline how to develop clinical practice guidelines and how to use and conduct systematic, exhaustive, and reproducible searches.