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Evidence Informed Practice Tools

An Evidence Informed Practice Tool is a regional tool based on a practice that has a theoretical body of knowledge, uses the best available scientific evidence in clinical decision-making, uses standardized outcomes measures to evaluate the care provided, and takes account of each person’s unique circumstances, including baseline risk, comorbid conditions and personal preferences.

Types of Evidence Informed Practice Tools include:

  • Care Maps
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Clinical Practice Guidelines
  • Clinical Algorithms
  • Standing Orders
EIPT Database - Click here to search Evidence Informed Practice Tools developed within the WRHA

For information on the process for the development and approval of Evidence Informed Practice Tools, please refer to the current WRHA regional policy on Evidence Informed Practice Tools.

For a checklist on how to develop an Evidence Informed Practice Tool according to the WRHA policy, please click here.

New & Revised

Jun 2026NEWWater Soluble Contrast Challenge
Jun 2026NEWOrder Set Development and Maintenance (Provincial)
Jun 2026NEWOrder Set General Design and Development Principles (Provincial)
Feb 2026REVISEDCritical Care: Insulin Infusion Guideline (Adults)
Feb 2026REVISEDAssisting with Pericardiocentesis
Feb 2026NEWUltrasound Guided Peripheral Intravenous (USGPIV) Insertion
Jan 2026REVISEDAttendance of Neonatal Team at High Risk Deliveries
Jan 2026REVISEDVenous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis for the Adult Surgical Inpatient Population
Jan 2026NEWFlushing and Locking of Central Vascular Access Devices (CVADs) in Adults
Jan 2026NEWIV Therapy Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Competency for Nurse Confirmed PICC Tip Placement Prior to Use

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Brandy Stadnyk, WRHA Nursing Professional Lead at 431-373-4542 or [email protected].

Date modified: 2026-08-04