NR439 2020 November Week 3 Discussion Latest

NR439 RN Evidence-Based Practice

Week 3 Discussion

The Literature Review and Searching for Evidence

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Purpose

This week's graded topics relate to the following Course Outcomes (COs).

CO 1: Examine the sources of evidence that contribute to professional nursing practice. (PO 7)

CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (PO 4 & 8)

CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. (PO 4 & 8)

Due Date

Answer post due by Wednesday 11:59 PM MT in Week 3

Two replies to classmates and/or instructor due by Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end of Week 3

Directions

Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:

Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week

Integrate scholarly resources

Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates

Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner

Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.

Discussion Questions

You must access the following article to answer the questions:

Baker, N., Taggart, H., Nivens, A. & Tillman, P. (2015). Delirium: Why are nurses confused? (Links to an external site.) MedSurg Nursing, 24(1), 15-22.

Locate the literature review section. Summarize using your own words from one of the study/literature findings. Be sure to identify which study you are summarizing.

Discuss how the author’s review of literature (studies) supported the research purpose/problem. Share something that was interesting to you as you read through the literature review section.

Describe one strategy that you learned that would help you create a strong literature review/search for evidence. Share your thoughts on the importance of a thorough review of the literature.