The 5As: Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess
Core skills across EBP are often referred to as the 5As: Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Assess. Sometimes the terminology used differs, but the essential skills remain the same. Many generic courses are freely available, and these provide a good starting point. Here we explore EBP in the context of palliative care to highlight key considerations and useful resources. Click on each term to learn more.
| 1 | Ask |
| 2 | Acquire (Search) |
| 3 | Appraise |
| 4 | Apply |
| 5 | Assess (Evaluate) |
Useful evidence based practice resources
Last updated 17 June 2026