Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.
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Convert need for information into clinical question
Find the best evidence
Critically appraise the evidence
Integrate evidence with clinical expertise and client values
Evaluate the process: how did it work for this patient?