Statement of purpose, aims and objectives

Statement of purpose

NEBPOT aims to:

  • Support an open flow of information and communication within the field of orthopaedics and trauma
  • Identifying evidence relating to clinical issues
  • Encouraging and facilitating selection of relevant evidence
  • Supporting a systematic approach to the review of the identified evidence
  • Providing guidance on the appropriate application of reviewed evidence to practice

Aims

Within the field of orthopaedic/trauma practice the group aims to:

  • Promote the evaluation and use of evidence
  • Support relevant activities relating to gathering and reviewing evidence
  • Support networks related to evidence and research developments
  • Facilitate the dissemination of findings
  • Provide a forum for discussion of key issues related to orthopaedic/trauma practice

 Objectives

  • Maintain database and network:
  • to allow an open forum for raising questions about practice
  • to share and debate the outcomes of investigation
  • to disseminate knowledge about orthopaedic/trauma nursing practice
  • Support collaborative work in orthopaedic/trauma practice