Tools and Technology
Evidence-Based Oncology Practice: Competencies for Improved Patient Outcomes
Kelley D. Mayden, MSN, FNP, AOCNP®, IAC
Legacy Wellmont Cancer Institute, Bristol, Virginia
Author’s disclosures of conflicts of interest are found at the end of this article.
Kelley D. Mayden, MSN, FNP, AOCNP®, IAC, Legacy Wellmont Cancer Institute, Ballad Health, 349 Island Road, Bristol, VA 24201. E-mail: kdunrun@charter.net
J Adv Pract Oncol 2019;10(1):84–87 |
https://doi.org/10.6004/jadpro.2019.10.1.7 |
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ABSTRACT
Abstract
Oncology advanced practice providers (APP) play a critical role in providing cancer care to patients and families. Given the rate of scientific advancement, APPs are challenged to keep with the pace of science and acquire tools for successful practice. One such tool is evidence-based practice (EBP). Mastery of the competencies is obligatory and will assist APPs with the incorporation of EBP into clinical practice, and thus ensure the highest quality of patient care, forge the best patient outcomes, and reduce health-care expenditures. Advanced practice providers who achieve competency and proficiency have a professional responsibility to mentor others and assume leadership roles to help cement EBP as the standard of care.
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