Introduction: Learning about evidence-based practice (EBP) is an essential and relevant aspect in the training of nursing professionals. This study aimed to determine competence level regarding EBP in nursing students at a private university in the city of Cali, Valle del Cauca.
Method: This was a correlational, descriptive, and observational study.
Study population: Senior students that were part of a nursing program in the city of Cali in 2020 were the study group. A validated CACH-EBP questionnaire was used for measuring competence in EBP and its related factors, such as attitude, skills, and knowledge.
Results: A total of 207 students participated in the study, of which 84.5% were women. The overall instrument competence score was 3.4 out of 5. Factor scores were 3.7 for attitude, 3.0 for skills, and 3.1 for knowledge.
Conclusion: Nursing students have a positive attitude toward EBP, which can facilitate its implementation in practice.
Keywords: Attitude; Competences; Evidence-based nursing; Knowledge; Skills.
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