EPIB 301 Introduction to EBP Exam Review
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nursing research
is systematic inquiry designed to develop trustworthy evidence about issues of importance to
nurses and their clients.
research: development of new knowledge
evidence-based practice (EBP)
the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values
EBP: use of new knowledge (research) to inform nursing practice
How can the EBP be used to make patient care decisions?
.- improve nursing practice and quality of care
- improve patient are outcomes and safety
- provide quality, cost-effective healthcare
What are nurse role in research?
- contribute ideas to studies
- gather information for those participating in a study
- advise clients about participating in a study
-searching for research evidence to address a practice problem
- discuss implications of a study in a journal club
What are the key aspects of nursing research in the future?
- Continued focus on evidence-based practice
- Increasing emphasis on patient centeredness
- Applicability
- Clinical significance
, - Expanded local research and quality improvement in healthcare facilities
- Increased focus on health disparities
what are challenges of EBP?
o Quality and nature of the research
o Characteristics of nurses
o Organizational factors
systematic reviews
an evidence based practice resource
What does systematic reviews do?
· Pulling various studies together to see the bigger picture regarding a specific issue
· Compiling and analyzing findings from several studies
· Drawing conclusions regarding a specific issue
· Strategy to help with the barrier of volume and complexity of evidence
What is the difference between a literature review and a systematic review?
Systematic Review:
- Thorough examination of specific issues
- Standards exist, and process is described in the report
- As exhaustive as possible
-Largely original study reports
-Quality appraisal filter
- Inclusion of all qualifying studies
Literature Review:
- Highlights of an issue
Questions with Verified Correct Answers
nursing research
is systematic inquiry designed to develop trustworthy evidence about issues of importance to
nurses and their clients.
research: development of new knowledge
evidence-based practice (EBP)
the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values
EBP: use of new knowledge (research) to inform nursing practice
How can the EBP be used to make patient care decisions?
.- improve nursing practice and quality of care
- improve patient are outcomes and safety
- provide quality, cost-effective healthcare
What are nurse role in research?
- contribute ideas to studies
- gather information for those participating in a study
- advise clients about participating in a study
-searching for research evidence to address a practice problem
- discuss implications of a study in a journal club
What are the key aspects of nursing research in the future?
- Continued focus on evidence-based practice
- Increasing emphasis on patient centeredness
- Applicability
- Clinical significance
, - Expanded local research and quality improvement in healthcare facilities
- Increased focus on health disparities
what are challenges of EBP?
o Quality and nature of the research
o Characteristics of nurses
o Organizational factors
systematic reviews
an evidence based practice resource
What does systematic reviews do?
· Pulling various studies together to see the bigger picture regarding a specific issue
· Compiling and analyzing findings from several studies
· Drawing conclusions regarding a specific issue
· Strategy to help with the barrier of volume and complexity of evidence
What is the difference between a literature review and a systematic review?
Systematic Review:
- Thorough examination of specific issues
- Standards exist, and process is described in the report
- As exhaustive as possible
-Largely original study reports
-Quality appraisal filter
- Inclusion of all qualifying studies
Literature Review:
- Highlights of an issue
