nres (week 1-2)

What is the primary purpose of nursing knowledge in research?

To establish a structured, evidence-based foundation in clinical practice.

How does nursing knowledge influence healthcare research?

It shapes educational curricula and influences future healthcare research.

What are the goals of nursing knowledge in research?

Improve patient outcomes, promote Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), establish nursing as an independent scientific discipline, and validate the cost-effectiveness of care.

What are the three core pillars of evidence-based practice in nursing?

Primary and secondary research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.

How does evidence-based practice improve patient outcomes?

By applying the best available evidence to clinical decision-making.

What is the impact of evidence-based practice on healthcare policy?

It influences healthcare policy and validates the nursing profession.

What is the Positivist Paradigm in nursing research?

A paradigm that emphasizes quantitative research methods, deductive reasoning, numerical data, and strict control of variables.

What research methods are associated with the Constructivist Paradigm?

Primarily qualitative methods focusing on inductive reasoning and thematic analysis.

What is the Critical Theory Paradigm in nursing research?

A paradigm that often involves Participatory Action Research (PAR) or qualitative advocacy studies.

What characterizes the Pragmatic Paradigm in nursing research?

It uses mixed methods, combining quantitative measurements with qualitative interviews to address complex clinical questions.

What is the significance of patient preferences in evidence-based practice?

Patient preferences ensure that care is tailored to individual needs and values.

What role does clinical expertise play in evidence-based practice?

Clinical expertise allows nurses to integrate their knowledge and skills with the best available evidence.

How does nursing research validate the profession?

By demonstrating the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of nursing care.

What is the relationship between evidence-based practice and health equity?

Evidence-based practice promotes health equity by ensuring all patients receive high-quality care.

What is the outcome of applying nursing knowledge in clinical practice?

Safe, compassionate, and effective patient care.