Evidence+Informed+Practice

Evidence Informed Practice (EIP) (n=2)
**Definition 1**: Evidence-Informed Practice (EIP) is an approach to program or service delivery in which service providers, program implementers and program planners are aware of the evidence relevant to our practice or program initiatives, and apply that knowledge within the scope of our work. Evidence-informed practice is applicable to both the development of new and the assessment of existing programs and services. **Source**: Evidence-Informed Practice Workbook, September 2010 **Focus**: Health and Community Services **Date Added**: May 2013

**Definition 2**: Evidence informed practice means ensuring that health practice is guided by the best research and information available. **Source**: @http://www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/healthpromotion/wihpw/principles/evidence_informed_practice **Focus**: Healthcare **Date Added**: May 2013