NURS 3515 WEEK 1 Questions with Verified
Correct Answers
Research
Is the systematic, rigorous, logical investigation with the aim of answering questions about
nursing phenomena
Phenomena
Observable and or measurable events
- example is using honey to treat wounds
Significance of Research to Practice
-expands the disciplines unique body of scientific knowledge
-forms the foundation for evidence-informed nursing knowledge
-allows practice to change with work environments and the most common health issues
-maintains the professions societal relevance
Interdisciplinary Research
Holistic research where every facet of the patients care is being recorded/studied
Evidence-Informed Decision-Making
Evidence-informed decision-making refers to a "continuous interactive process involving the
explicit, conscientious and judicious consideration of the best available evidence to provide
care" (CNA, 2010)
What is Evidence-Based Practice in nursing?
, It is a problem-solving approach that integrates evidence from studies, patient data, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
(Melnyk et al.,)
What does Evidence-Based Practice aim to achieve?
Decisions based on the best available evidence to provide high-quality outcomes.
E-T-P Link
Education-Theory-Practice
Evidence-Informed Practice
EIP incorporates:
- expert opinion
- clinical expertise
-patient preferences
- other: culture, history, and local context
Scientific Method
-systematic way to determine knowledge and understand the world
- our "hunches" or seeing what others are doing is not enough for decision-making
- Example: IUD insertion is uncomfortable and many patients cannot tolerate the procedure
- Are there any interventions that reduce pain? One student's preceptor uses lidocaine. Is that
enough?
Research Trends
-an emphasis health disparities among the indigenous peoples
- an emphasis on underservices communities and vulnerable populations
Correct Answers
Research
Is the systematic, rigorous, logical investigation with the aim of answering questions about
nursing phenomena
Phenomena
Observable and or measurable events
- example is using honey to treat wounds
Significance of Research to Practice
-expands the disciplines unique body of scientific knowledge
-forms the foundation for evidence-informed nursing knowledge
-allows practice to change with work environments and the most common health issues
-maintains the professions societal relevance
Interdisciplinary Research
Holistic research where every facet of the patients care is being recorded/studied
Evidence-Informed Decision-Making
Evidence-informed decision-making refers to a "continuous interactive process involving the
explicit, conscientious and judicious consideration of the best available evidence to provide
care" (CNA, 2010)
What is Evidence-Based Practice in nursing?
, It is a problem-solving approach that integrates evidence from studies, patient data, clinical
expertise, and patient preferences.
(Melnyk et al.,)
What does Evidence-Based Practice aim to achieve?
Decisions based on the best available evidence to provide high-quality outcomes.
E-T-P Link
Education-Theory-Practice
Evidence-Informed Practice
EIP incorporates:
- expert opinion
- clinical expertise
-patient preferences
- other: culture, history, and local context
Scientific Method
-systematic way to determine knowledge and understand the world
- our "hunches" or seeing what others are doing is not enough for decision-making
- Example: IUD insertion is uncomfortable and many patients cannot tolerate the procedure
- Are there any interventions that reduce pain? One student's preceptor uses lidocaine. Is that
enough?
Research Trends
-an emphasis health disparities among the indigenous peoples
- an emphasis on underservices communities and vulnerable populations
