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What is a key aspect of evidence-based practice?
What is a key aspect of evidence-based practice?
- Ignoring patient preferences
- Utilizing the best available research evidence (correct)
- Adhering to traditional practices only
- Relying solely on expert opinions
Which factor contributes to apprehension about evidence-based practice?
Which factor contributes to apprehension about evidence-based practice?
- High costs of research
- Insufficient continuing education opportunities
- Lack of access to scientific literature
- Complexity of integrating evidence into practice (correct)
What is one of the steps in beginning evidence-based practice?
What is one of the steps in beginning evidence-based practice?
- Avoiding collaboration with colleagues
- Identifying a clinical question (correct)
- Accepting all existing practices as valid
- Restricting research to only local studies
What distinguishes primary research from secondary literature?
What distinguishes primary research from secondary literature?
Which of the following is an effective method for searching evidence?
Which of the following is an effective method for searching evidence?
How can you differentiate evidence-based care from standard care?
How can you differentiate evidence-based care from standard care?
What may be a reason for searching for evidence?
What may be a reason for searching for evidence?
Which of the following skills is essential for database searching?
Which of the following skills is essential for database searching?
Study Notes
Course Overview
- NURS1042 focuses on research for practice in nursing and midwifery.
- The course includes an online and on-campus learning environment, providing orientation and familiarization with resources.
Assessment Structure
- Three assessments will be discussed to ensure understanding and successful completion.
Learning Objectives
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Chapter 1:
- Define 'evidence-based practice' and its significance in nursing.
- Identify common apprehensions towards evidence-based practice.
- Determine initial steps to engage in evidence-based practice.
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Chapter 2:
- Explore various motivations for searching for evidence.
- Differentiate between primary research and secondary literature.
- Learn how to construct effective search strings for research.
- Investigate alternate avenues for finding evidence.
Discussion Questions
- Chapter 1 prompts discussions on personal experiences with health practitioners and evidence-based care.
- Chapter 2 encourages reflections on the methods used to search for clinical evidence and the tools already possessed for database searching.
Key Themes
- The importance of keeping current with research and evidence to enhance nursing practice.
- Understanding the significance of distinguishing between evidence-based care and standard care practices.
- Developing skills for effective information retrieval to support clinical decision-making.
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Explore the foundational concepts of evidence-based practice in this Week 1 tutorial for NURS1042. The session focuses on familiarizing students with the learning environment and reviewing key assessment tasks. Get ready to embark on your career journey in nursing and midwifery.
