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What is the first step in the recruitment process for a study?
What is the first step in the recruitment process for a study?
- Identifying where to find appropriate subjects (correct)
- Informing potential participants about the study
- Documenting information on case report forms
- Conducting clinical fieldwork
Which step involves preparing patients for their visit procedures?
Which step involves preparing patients for their visit procedures?
- Recruitment
- Patient preparation (correct)
- Case report form entry
- Ongoing education
What is primarily documented in case report forms?
What is primarily documented in case report forms?
- Relevant participant information (correct)
- Counseling session notes
- Patient preparation details
- Study findings
Which phase includes developing protocols for the intervention?
Which phase includes developing protocols for the intervention?
What does counseling in the study context typically involve?
What does counseling in the study context typically involve?
What type of education is provided to participants during the study?
What type of education is provided to participants during the study?
During the study visit, how should discrepancies between observation and literature be handled?
During the study visit, how should discrepancies between observation and literature be handled?
Which step is specifically applicable to experimental studies?
Which step is specifically applicable to experimental studies?
What is the primary purpose of the informed consent process in research?
What is the primary purpose of the informed consent process in research?
What must the researcher specify in the sampling plan?
What must the researcher specify in the sampling plan?
Which characteristic of related literature is NOT mentioned as important?
Which characteristic of related literature is NOT mentioned as important?
What is one of the main purposes of reviewing related literature?
What is one of the main purposes of reviewing related literature?
In which phase of research does the data collection take place?
In which phase of research does the data collection take place?
What must researchers identify regarding the variables in their study?
What must researchers identify regarding the variables in their study?
Why is it important to assess the adequacy of the research tool/instrument?
Why is it important to assess the adequacy of the research tool/instrument?
What does the researcher focus on in step 10 regarding measurement methods?
What does the researcher focus on in step 10 regarding measurement methods?
What is the purpose of juxtaposing studies with conflicting findings?
What is the purpose of juxtaposing studies with conflicting findings?
What is one key task during the analytic phase of data analysis?
What is one key task during the analytic phase of data analysis?
What is the focus of the interpreting results step in the research process?
What is the focus of the interpreting results step in the research process?
Which aspect is crucial for identifying appropriate research methodologies?
Which aspect is crucial for identifying appropriate research methodologies?
What does the literature in research primarily refer to?
What does the literature in research primarily refer to?
What is a defined characteristic of a study in research?
What is a defined characteristic of a study in research?
During the dissemination phase, what is a primary activity researchers engage in?
During the dissemination phase, what is a primary activity researchers engage in?
Which step is essential for transferring research data into a usable format?
Which step is essential for transferring research data into a usable format?
What should be considered when reviewing the literature of a study?
What should be considered when reviewing the literature of a study?
Which of the following is a method to present a literature review?
Which of the following is a method to present a literature review?
How might cultural bias affect research findings?
How might cultural bias affect research findings?
What is one aspect to analyze in the literature review of a study?
What is one aspect to analyze in the literature review of a study?
When encountering conflicting studies, what should be explored?
When encountering conflicting studies, what should be explored?
What is the first phase of the research process?
What is the first phase of the research process?
Which level of evidence involves opinions from respected authorities based on clinical experience?
Which level of evidence involves opinions from respected authorities based on clinical experience?
Which role does not belong to nurses in research?
Which role does not belong to nurses in research?
What is the main focus of the dissemination phase of the research process?
What is the main focus of the dissemination phase of the research process?
Which of the following is NOT a step associated with the conceptual phase?
Which of the following is NOT a step associated with the conceptual phase?
What is emphasized in the second step of formulating a research question?
What is emphasized in the second step of formulating a research question?
During which phase is data analysis primarily performed?
During which phase is data analysis primarily performed?
What role do nurses serve as client advocates in a research study?
What role do nurses serve as client advocates in a research study?
Study Notes
Triad of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
- Improved patient outcomes stem from integrating individual clinical expertise, patient values, and best available clinical evidence.
- Evidence ranks from Level I (RCTs) to Level III (expert opinions).
Phases of the Research Process
- The research process consists of five main phases: conceptual, design and planning, empirical, analytic, and dissemination.
Phase 1: Conceptual Phase
- Topic Selection: Determine area of focus.
- Literature Review: Analyze existing research.
- Framework Development: Establish a foundational framework.
- Hypothesis Formation: Develop a testable statement.
Phase 2: Design and Planning Phase
- Research Design: Select appropriate study design.
- Sampling: Determine the subject characteristics and selection process.
- Research Tool Development: Create tools for data collection.
Phase 3: Empirical Phase
- Data Collection: Gather data through specified methods.
Phase 4: Analytic Phase
- Data Analysis: Use statistical methods to interpret data.
- Data Interpretation: Derive meaning from analyzed data.
Phase 5: Dissemination Phase
- Communication of Findings: Share results with stakeholders.
- Utilization of Findings: Apply research outcomes in practice.
Roles of Nurses in Research
- Nurses may act as principal investigators, research team members, evaluators, consumers of research findings, client advocates, and research subjects.
Research Nurse Responsibilities
- File Preparation: Organize documentation before participant arrival.
- Recruitment: Identify and inform potential study subjects.
- Patient Preparation: Ensure participants understand procedures.
- Case Report Form Entry: Document relevant information as required.
- Ongoing Education: Provide continual information regarding the study and medications.
- Counseling: Offer support prior to medication initiation.
- Compliance Assurance: Monitor adherence to enhance research validity.
- Informed Consent: Manage consent from study onset to completion.
Literature Review Core Aspects
- Purpose: Enhance understanding, recognize gaps, and gather insights from existing studies.
- Characteristics of Related Literature:
- Relevant, recent (within 5 years), and sufficient.
Steps in the Research Process
- Formulating the Research Problem: Assess the importance and relevance of the research question.
- Reviewing Literature: Identify and analyze relevant past studies.
- Clinical Fieldwork: Evaluate discrepancies between observations and literature.
- Designing the Sampling Plan: Define sample selection methods and size.
- Methods to Measure Variables: Establish instruments for data measurement.
- Safeguarding Rights: Ensure ethical treatment of human/animal subjects.
- Finalizing Research Plan: Test and confirm adequacy of research instruments.
Benefits of Literature Review
- Identifies knowledge gaps and patterns in findings.
- Juxtaposes conflicting research results to explore reasons for discrepancies.
- Clarifies terminology definitions among researchers.
Literature Review Presentation Methods
- Chronological: Organize by date or event.
- Methodological: Compare studies based on research methods.
- Examine cultural biases influencing research findings on women's rights, for example.
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Description
This quiz explores the triad of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) focusing on individual clinical expertise, patient values, and the best available clinical evidence. It also covers the five phases of the research process, from conceptualization to literature review. Test your knowledge of how these elements improve patient outcomes.
