Book[edited by] Nola A. Schmidt, Janet M. Brown.
Summary: "Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses: Appraisal and Application of Research, Fifth Edition is an essential resource for teaching students how to translate research into practice. The text is based on the five step IDP process (knowledge, persuasion, decision, implementation, and confirmation). The authors employ a fresh and updated approach to teaching nursing research using evidence-based practice. This text is incredibly inclusive and a terrific fit for undergraduate classrooms. The Fifth Edition features a new chapter on evidence hierarchy, new information on mixed-methods research, updated "Apply What You've Learned" articles, and more. Additional content has been added on the evolution of nursing science, quality improvement projects and how they relate to evidence-based practice, and search strategies and authentic web content. Chapters throughout the text have been updated, with significant changes made in chapters on evidence appraisal, quality and outcomes, and change theories. This new edition pays great attention to detail to the Magnet Recognition Program, which is becoming increasingly important for hospitals"-- Provided by publisher.
Contents:
What Is Evidence-Based Practice?
What is Nursing Research?
Using Evidence Through Collaboration to Promote Excellence in Nursing Practice
Identifying Research Questions
Finding Sources of Evidence
Linking Theory, Research, and Practice
Key Concepts and Principles of Quantitative Designs
Quantitative Designs: Using Numbers to Provide Evidence
Epidemiologic Designs: Using Data to Understand Populations
Qualitative Designs: Using Words to Provide Evidence
Using Samples to Provide Evidence
Collecting Evidence
What Do the Quantitative Data Mean?
What Do the Qualitative Data Mean?
Appraising Evidence to Determine Best Practice
Transitioning Evidence to Practice
Developing Oneself as an Innovator
Evaluating Outcomes of Innovation
Sharing the Insights with Others.
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