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Evidence Based Nursing Research and Practice - Online Course
What is Evidence Based Nursing?
Evidence based nursing, or EBN, is a form of clinical practice that relies on research findings to manage the health problems of a patient. It involves several processes that can contribute to a better understanding of a patient's condition as well as the effectiveness of a certain treatment method. Evidence based nursing usually begins with the formulation of a question concerning a patient's medical condition, and then, research is performed to find answers to the question. The relevancy of the research has to be proven and alternative forms of medical care have to be considered before evidence based practice is implemented.
In evidence based nursing, nurses play a more important role in the management of patients' problems.
Evidence Based Nursing Research and Practice: Course Description
This undergraduate level course will focus on current review of nursing research literature and research utilization through evidence-based practice. Three areas of research competencies will be examined which include interpreting and use of research in nursing practice, evaluation of research, and conducting research.
Topics and Objectives
Introduction to Research
- Describe qualitative and quantitative research
- Identify the sources of research reports
- Conduct a literature search
Planning and Design
- Differentiate between a research question, problem, purpose, and hypothesis
- Identify the population and setting
- Explain the sampling methods
Data Collection, Measurement, and Analysis
- Describe data collection procedures
- Identify various statistical and analytic methods
- Determine the strengths and limitations
Evaluating Research Findings
- Critique the quality of a research study
- Examine ethical considerations in research
Utilizing Research
- Identify the nurses' role in research
- Present a practical application
- Explain strategies for adopting evidence-based nursing practice
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