Here, we provide information on how evidence-based practices are defined and issues related to implementing them in service systems and communities.

Defining Evidence-Based Practices

• Definitions
• Criteria

Issues Surrounding the Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices

• Constraining Factors
• Cultural Competence
• EBP Stakeholders
• Patient Centered Care
• References

Strategies Employed to Implement Evidence-Based Practices

• Key Factors in Developing Infrastructure
• Consensus Building
• Change Management
• Resources
• Budgeting & Planning
• Implementation Resource Kits
• Measurement