evidence-based techniques

[ˈɛvɪdəns beɪst ˈtɛkniks]
noun phrase
técnicas baseadas em evidências
1. Methods, practices, or interventions that are supported by scientific research, clinical trials, and empirical data rather than tradition, intuition, or anecdote
The hospital implemented evidence-based techniques to reduce patient infection rates.
O hospital implementou técnicas baseadas em evidências para reduzir as taxas de infecção em pacientes.
2. Approaches in professional fields (medicine, psychology, education) that utilize the best available research evidence combined with professional expertise and patient preferences
Evidence-based techniques in psychotherapy have been proven more effective than traditional methods.
Técnicas baseadas em evidências em psicoterapia se mostraram mais eficazes que métodos tradicionais.
3. Systematic application of research findings to clinical practice and decision-making
The clinic uses only evidence-based techniques approved by medical associations.
A clínica utiliza apenas técnicas baseadas em evidências aprovadas por associações médicas.
Evidence-based techniques represent a significant shift in professional practice across Brazil and the USA, emphasizing scientific rigor over traditional or intuitive methods. This term is particularly prevalent in healthcare, psychology, and education sectors. In Brazil, there has been increasing adoption of evidence-based practices in public health (SUS - Sistema Único de Saúde) and clinical settings. In the USA, it's a cornerstone of modern medical practice and is often required by insurance companies and accreditation bodies. The concept reflects a global trend toward accountability, efficacy, and standardization in professional practice.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
research-supported techniquesempirically validated methodsscientifically proven practicesdata-driven techniquestécnicas cientificamente comprovadas
Antonyms / Antônimos
unproven methodstraditional practicesanecdotal approachesuntested interventionsmétodos não comprovados

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
técnicas baseadas em evidências
Standard usage in healthcare, education, and psychology sectors
Portugal
técnicas baseadas em provas
Alternative phrasing using 'provas' instead of 'evidências'
Medical/Academic Portuguese
técnicas fundamentadas em evidências científicas
More formal and elaborate version used in academic and professional contexts
Colloquial Brazilian
técnicas com base em pesquisa
Simplified version for general audience communication

Related Words

evidence-based practiceclinical researchempirical datascientific methodologypeer-reviewed studiesrandomized controlled trialsprática baseada em evidênciaspesquisa clínica

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the evidence
put it to the test
based on facts, not feelings
back it up with data
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