Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Evidence-Based Practice Among Universiti Malaysia Undergraduate Nursing Student
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Universiti Malaysia Sarawak
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Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centred nursing care. Despite its relevance, nursing students often encounter challenges in acquiring the knowledge and maintaining the attitudes needed for its effective application. This study aimed to assess the level of knowledge and attitude regarding EBP among undergraduate nursing students at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), and to examine the relationship between the two variables. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was employed, and data was collected using the Student Evidence-Based Practice Questionnaire (S-EBPQ) and the Evidence-Based Practice Beliefs Scale (EBPBS). A total of 126 students from Year 2 to Year 4 participated through simple random sampling. Descriptive statistics revealed that 66.67% of respondents had moderate to high EBP knowledge, while attitudes were more varied, with 33.33% demonstrating positive attitudes and 36.51% exhibiting low attitudes. A Pearson correlation analysis showed a moderate positive relationship between knowledge and attitude (r = 0.519, p < 0.001). These findings suggest that while knowledge levels are generally adequate, practical barriers may hinder students’ attitudes toward EBP. Strengthening clinical mentorship, enhancing curriculum integration, and improving institutional support are essential strategies to promote better EBP implementation in future nursing practice.