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What is essential to distinguish before applying research findings to practice?
Which method can be used to develop a point-of-care strategy?
What is the first step in clinical decision making regarding a patient's health-care decisions?
What has increased federal funding for nursing research aligned with the National Institute for Nursing Research?
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How should improvement in intermediate outcomes be treated in relation to clinical outcomes?
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Which components are essential for evidence-based practice decisions?
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What is the main aim of nursing research in clinical practice?
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Who is credited with the origins of evidence-based practice?
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What is the primary difference between practice standards and guidelines?
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What is the highest level of evidence for changing practice according to research designs?
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Which of the following is considered Level Three evidence?
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What is a primary function of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)?
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Which type of study is classified as Level Five evidence?
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What is a characteristic of Level Six evidence?
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What is an important aspect to consider when evaluating clinical practice guidelines?
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What role does the National Guideline Clearinghouse serve?
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Why is double-blinding important in research designs?
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Which type of evidence may still be used in rare situations despite being weak?
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What is the purpose of developing evidence-based tables in practice?
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Study Notes
Evidence-Based Practice
- Originates from research findings to inform clinical decisions.
- Involves collaboration among clinicians, bodies of evidence, and patient preferences.
- Implementation requires systematic steps for effective integration into practice.
Aims of Nursing Research for Clinical Practice
- Pursues knowledge to address pertinent clinical questions.
- Aims to validate and expand existing nursing knowledge.
- Gathers published literature to guide clinical decision-making.
A Brief History of Evidence-Based Practice
- Developed from Archie Cochrane's advocacy for rigorous research validation.
- Initially conceptualized in nursing as Research Utilization (R U).
- Evolved into the broader concept of Evidence-Based Practice (E B P).
Development of Best Practice Guidelines
- Traditional methods relied on past common practices.
- Modern guidelines are based on scientific evidence, improving care quality.
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) leads E B P initiatives.
AHRQ Guidelines and Implementation
- AHRQ aims to enhance healthcare quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Guidelines provide frameworks for healthcare providers and insurance assessments.
- Address barriers to implementation through public-private partnerships.
Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Standards provide rigid frameworks applicable in all situations.
- Guidelines offer flexibility for individualized patient care decisions, with rationale for deviations.
Development of Evidence-Based Practice Guidelines
- Involves identifying topics, expert panel input, systematic literature reviews, and consensus on recommendations.
- Includes external review before finalizing guidelines.
Research Designs and Evidence Levels
- Level One: Systematic review or meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) represents the highest evidence.
- Level Two: Single well-designed RCT establishes causal relationships.
- Level Three: Controlled trials without randomization assess treatment effectiveness amid controlled variables.
Further Research Designs
- Level Four: Well-designed case control or cohort studies, including observational studies, help evaluate disease progression and causation.
- Level Five: Systematic reviews of descriptive or qualitative studies provide population characteristics and insights.
- Level Six: Single descriptive or qualitative studies alert to rare cases but lack generalizability.
- Level Seven: Opinions of authorities serve as a final evidence source, albeit less reliable.
Evaluating Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Critical evaluation questions include guideline authorship, revision date, clinical importance, and evidence strength relevant to patient care.
Evidence Application in Clinical Practice
- Distinguishing between intermediate and clinical outcomes is essential before applying research findings in practice.
- Example: Effect of ACE inhibitors on congestive heart failure outcomes.
Developing Point-of-Care Strategies
- Involves asking clinical questions, accessing evidence resources, searching, analyzing results, and integrating findings into patient care.
Building Evidence for Practice
- National Institute for Nursing Research promotes funding and aligns nursing research with broader NIH initiatives.
- Multiple knowledge acquisition methods enhance understanding and application.
Clinical Decision-Making with Patients
- Begin by clarifying the desired patient outcomes.
- Collect, analyze evidence, and assess intervention effectiveness in terms of desired health results.
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Explore the essential principles of Evidence-Based Practice in nursing as covered in Chapter 5. This quiz will examine how clinician decisions, a convincing body of evidence, and patient preferences intertwine in promoting effective healthcare outcomes.
