Evidence-based practice among Polish nurses: a cross-sectional study of knowledge, attitudes, and the role of nurse leaders

Key Points

• Knowledge of evidence-based practice among Polish nurses is inadequate, indicating a need for improvement.
• Findings show that a significant percentage of nurses lack confidence in implementing evidence-based practices affecting patient care.
• Cross-sectional study assesses nurses' knowledge and attitudes across various institutions in Poland to identify deficits.
• Support from nurse leaders is essential for improving the adoption of evidence-based practices in nursing.