Professional Development II

research

systematic process of inquiry that uses rigorous approaches to find answers and solutions to problems. Solid research is peer reviewed and replicable

evidence based practice

integration of best research evidence, clinical expertise, and patient values and preferences. Core to modern nursing practice.

key features of research evidence

systematically collected, observable or measurable, replicable, used to support conclusions

nursing research process

1. identify proboem

2. review literature

3. form research question

4. select design and methods

5. collect and analyze data

   1. disseminate findings

practical barriers to research

lack of funding, limited time, small sample size, limited access to participants or data, insufficient equipment or facilities

knowledge and skills barriers

lack of research skills or training, difficulty designing a good study, problems with data analysis, unfamiliarity with academic writing

ethical and legal barriers

ethics approval delays, privacy concerns, restrictions on studying certain populations

strategies for EBP

education and training, easy access to research, leadership support

role of nurse

appraise evidence, apply evidence to practice, evaluate outcomes, educate patients and staff