Introduction to Research and Evidence-Based Practice

These flashcards cover key concepts related to research methodologies, evidence-based practice, and distinguishing different types of research.

Research

A focused systematic inquiry aimed at generating new knowledge.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

Service delivery based on research evidence about their effectiveness.

Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM)

Integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.

Applied Research

research done with the intention of applying the results to solving problems currently being experienced.

Pure Research

Basic or fundamental research out of intellectual curiosity which involves testing theories and hypothesis that may or may not have practical application at the present time or the future.

Descriptive Research

Research that systematically describes a situation, problem, phenomenon, or program.

Correlational Research

discovering or establishing relationships between two or more situations.

Explanatory Research

clarify why and how relationships exist between different aspects.

Exploratory Research

Research to explore areas where little is known, often called a feasibility study or pilot study.

Validity

Ensures that correct procedures have been applied in the research.

Reliability

Refers to the quality of a measurement procedure that provides repeatability.

Empirical Evidence

Conclusions drawn from hard evidence gathered from real-life experiences.

Structured Approach

A predetermined research method appropriate for determining the extent of a problem (quantitative research).

Unstructured Approach

Flexible research method used to explore nature, variation and diversity in a phenomenon (qualitative research).

Bias

A deliberate attempt to conceal or highlight something.

Subjectivity

An integral part of one's way of thinking that is conditioned by educational background and experiences.

Application of research can be viewed from 4 different perspectives

The service provider

The service administrator, manager and/or planner

The service consumer

The professional

Physical sciences

A research endeavor is expected to be strictly controlled at each step

Social sciences

Rigid control cannot be enforced and sometimes not even demanded

Research characteristics

Controlled(to be able to link the effect with the cause) rigorous(relevant and justified) systematic(logical sequence) valid and verifiable, empirical(real life experiences), critical(foolproof and free from any drawbacks)

Types of research can be looked at from 3 different perspectives

1 application of the findings of the research study

2 objectives of the study

3 mode of enquiry used in conducting the study