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Evidence-based Decision Making: Introduction and Formulating Good Clinical Questions

COURSE NUMBER: 311

Jane L. Forrest, EdD, BSDH; Lesley McGovern Kupiec, RDH, MSDH

Credit Hours:

2 Hour(s)

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The primary learning objectives for this course are to: 1) increase your knowledge of evidence-based concepts, principles and skills, and 2) specifically how to formulate a good clinical question in order to find relevant evidence to answer...

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Overview

The primary learning objectives for this course are to: 1) increase your knowledge of evidence-based concepts, principles and skills, and 2) specifically how to formulate a good clinical question in order to find relevant evidence to answer that question.


The Evidence-based Decision Making (EBDM) process provides a mechanism for staying current in practice by addressing gaps in knowledge so that the clinician can provide the best care possible. To accomplish this, EBDM requires understanding new concepts and skills, the first and often the most difficult is how to ask an answerable question. This question provides the basis for identifying the key terms for conducting an efficient search, the second step of the EBDM process. These two steps provide the basis for the three that follow: critically appraising the evidence, applying the results in clinical practice, and evaluating the outcome. The EBDM approach recognizes that clinicians can never be completely current with all conditions, medications, materials, or available products, and provides a structured approach to keeping current.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Mar 1, 2008

  • Last Revision Date:

    Jun 30, 2024

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Jun 29, 2027

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    130

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Define EBP (Evidence-based Practice).
  • Define EBDM (Evidence-based Decision Making) and its purpose.
  • Explain why EBP is not just a new term for an old concept.
  • Identify two principles of EBDM.
  • Discuss the need for EBDM.
  • Identify the levels of evidence and premise upon which they are based.
  • Describe the 5 steps and skills necessary for EBDM.
  • Formulate a good question using the PICO process.
  • Discuss the benefits of EBDM.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.
  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.

Note:  Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Jane Forrest has done consulting work for P&G and is a member of the P&G Oral Care Global Dental Hygiene Advisory Board. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
  • Ms. Lesley Kupiec worked part-time as a dental hygiene educator for P&G. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Dr. Forrest is a Professor Emerita of Clinical Dentistry, Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Los Angeles, CA. She also is the Director of the National Center for Dental Hygiene Research and Practice, Inc. Dr. Forrest is an internationally re...

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Submission Information

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Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.