When it comes to evidence based practices it is immensely difficult to differentiate from the two as Loiselle and Profetto-McGrath (2011) stated “certain beliefs are accepted as truths – and certain practices are accepted as relevant – simply based on custom” (p. 9). I have found myself in situations where I have had varying opinions on what practice I should use to care for a patient one which was commonly used in the facility by other nurses at which I worked and one which was used at my previous place of employment. In order to separate the traditions from best practices it is imperative that as a nurse you remained informed. Constantly learning and keeping up to date with the best techniques that are supported by strong evidence ensures
