MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 1 Discussion
Introduce
Yourself!
Throughout
this course you will have many opportunities to respond to the opinions and
comments of your classmates. Take this opportunity to introduce yourself and to
learn about each other. Be sure to include your name, location, pathway or
track for your MSN program, and something about you that you would like your
classmates to know.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 2 Discussion
Define and
Describe Your Foreground and Background Information
Using the
PICOT question you identified, rewrite the question for your peers and define
the difference between foreground and background information as it relates to
your PICOT question. Also, provide a general overview on what evidence is
available.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 3 Discussion
Defining
Internal and External Evidence
Discuss the
difference between external and internal evidence as it relates to your PICOT
search strategy.
Address the
strengths and weaknesses of searching in a databank versus a web-based search
engine. You must use two databanks mentioned in the text.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 4 Discussion
Searching
for Data
Describe
three unique features of PubMed database that sets this database apart from
other evidence-based search engines.
Compare and
contrast two additional databases and reference your selected topic, by using
the Cochrane Collaboration and Medline as your search engines.
Determine
how you applied the three key questions when deciding which database to use.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 5 Discussion
Quantitative
Research Design
Using the
knowledge and insights gained from the textbook and other reliable sources
answer the following.
In your own
words, define quantitative research and provide two examples of quantitative
designs with a brief explanation of each design.
Identify a
potential quantitative research study that is important to nursing and describe
which design you would use for this study, why you would use that design, and
how the information generated from the study could be applied in nursing
practice.
Reflect as
to the value of quantitative research adding to the science, knowledge, and
practice of nursing.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 6 Discussion
Qualitative
Research Design
Using the
knowledge and insights gained from the textbook and other reliable sources
answer the following. Define, in your own words, qualitative research. Locate
and cite two different types of qualitative research articles related to your
PICOT project. Provide a brief explanation of each design. Identify a potential
qualitative research study that is important to nursing and describe which
design you would use for this study, why you would use that design, and how the
information generated from the study could be applied in nursing practice.
Reflect on the value of qualitative research adding to the science, knowledge,
and practice of nursing.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based Practice
Unit 7 Discussion
EBP and
PICOT
Discuss how
you used the three components inherent to Evidence-Based Practice inquiry to
direct your clinical question database search.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 8 Discussion
Evidence-Based
Change
Locate an
article from a peer-reviewed nursing journal where a practice change was made
based on research, preferably a change that could relate to your area of
practice or organization. Note: You are seeking to find an evidence-based
article that describes some change in practice that was based on research; this
is all about applying research, not doing research. Thus, you are not looking
for a research article, but you are looking for an article that uses evidence
from research to make a change.
Describe
the change made and comment on the strength of the research evidence utilized
and the whether the change led to improved patient outcomes.
Note any
barriers to change that were identified and how they were overcome.
End your
discussion with a reflection on how this article is useful to you as you
consider your role as an advanced practice nurse leading others to use the best
evidence to strengthen nursing practice and improve nursing-sensitive patient
outcomes.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 9 Discussion
PICOT
Complete
the EBP Implementation Scale for your PICOT. Post your results here for peer
and instructor feedback.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 10 Discussion
Collaboration
for Research and Evidence-based Practice
Consider
the role of the nurse as an interdisciplinary team member in completing
research and using research findings to inform health care practices.
Review the
following:
Women’s
Health Initiative retrieved from http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/whi
Collaborative
strategies to enhance research and evidence-based practice. (see Journal in
Reading)
Answer the
following questions:
Discuss the
role of the advanced practice nurse as an interdisciplinary research
collaborator and member of the interdisciplinary team obligated to
co-participate in the implementation and use of evidence-based practice.
End your
discussion by providing an example of an evidence-based change that would
require the collaborative efforts of nursing and at least two other healthcare
disciplines and that would lead to quality improvement in healthcare.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 2 Assignment
Discover
Evidence Based Data Used in Clinical Practice
Purpose:
This
Assignment is helpful in developing the groundwork for understanding and
integrating evidence-based practice in healthcare throughout the rest of the
course. In this Assignment you will have the chance to see how the research you
look for can be applied in the work you do in your practice.
Overview:
You will
select a topic relevant to your practice area, post the topic to Discussion
Board 2 for feedback, research the topic, and write a scholarly paper.
From the
chapter readings and discussion, formulate a 3–5 page scholarly paper in APA
format, providing an overview of the terms and function of EPB. An
introduction, discussion and conclusion is expected in the overview on this
topic
Directions:
Formulate
the question.
Using the
Cochrane database, research the question using the PICOT model and key words.
Post your
topic and a short summary of results for feedback from your instructor and
peers by Day 5.
Write a 3–5
page paper, reviewing evidence-based practice, as it relates to your practice
question and integrate feedback from the instructor and/or peers.
Include a
minimum of three evidence-based references.
To view the
Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of
the Course Resources.
Assignment
Requirements:
Before finalizing
your work, you should:
be sure to
read the Assignment description carefully (as displayed above);
consult the
Grading Rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included
everything necessary; and
utilize
spelling and grammar check to minimize errors.
Your
writing Assignment should:
follow the
conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
be well
ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
display
superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and
use APA 6th
Edition format.
For
assistance, visit the Writing Center.
How to
Submit:
Submit your
Assignment to the unit Dropbox before midnight on the last day of the unit.
When you
are ready to submit your Assignment, select the unit Dropbox then attach your
file. Make sure to save a copy of the Assignment you submit.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 4 Assignment
Interpreting
Statistical Output for Data Analysis PowerPoint Presentation
Purpose:
The purpose
of this Assignment is to enable you to present the information that you gather
from a systematic review on your PICOT topic. This activity will give you the
experience to present what your research findings to others.
Directions:
Define the
clinical key questions based on PICOT.
Briefly
review the database selected for key clinical questions.
Identify
the studies of the database search that are a Level I or II evidence.
Interpret
the statistical results of the studies identified in Step 3.
Design a
presentation.
Place
results /overview of research in PowerPoint.
Length of
the presentation should be 12–15 slides.
Follow APA
format.
To view the
Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of
the Course Resources.
Assignment
Requirements:
Before
finalizing your work, you should:
be sure to
read the Assignment description carefully (as displayed above);
consult the
Grading Rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included
everything necessary; and
utilize
spelling and grammar check to minimize errors.
Your
writing Assignment should:
follow the
conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
be well
ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
display
superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and
use APA 6th
Edition format.
For
assistance, visit the Writing Center.
How to
Submit:
Submit your
Assignment to the unit Dropbox before midnight on the last day of the unit.
When you
are ready to submit your Assignment, select the unit Dropbox then attach your
file. Make sure to save a copy of the Assignment you submit.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 6 Assignment
Evidence-Based
Clinical Question Search Assignment
Purpose:
The purpose
of this Assignment is to give you a practical application to implement your
PICOT idea, supported by the evidence-based research you have obtained in
during your systematic review. You will apply evidence-based research findings
discovered from your clinical question, and then integrate those to support
your suggested change in nursing practice.
Directions:
Identify
your refined PICOT question.
Using
PubMed and the Cochrane collaboration database, do a systematic review of your
clinical question.
Describe
your systematic review and include an errors analysis.
Determine
an evidence-based quantitative article from the search that contains an evidence-based
randomized control trial.
Summarize
the case study selected.
Describe
the study approach, sample size, and population studied.
Apply the
evidence from this review to your practice specifically in your overview.
Evaluate
the outcomes, identifying the validity and reliability.
Discuss if
the study contained any bias.
Determine
the level of evidence identified in the review.
The length
should be no less than 10 Pages in APA format.
To view the
Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of
the Course Resources.
Assignment
Requirements:
Before finalizing
your work, you should:
be sure to
read the Assignment description carefully (as displayed above)
consult the
Grading Rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included
everything necessary;
utilize
spelling and grammar check to minimize errors; and
Your
writing Assignment should:
follow the
conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
be well
ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
display
superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and;
use APA 6th
edition format
How to Submit:
Submit your
Assignment to the unit Dropbox before midnight on the last day of the unit.
When you
are ready to submit your Assignment, submit to the unit Dropbox. Make sure to
save a copy of your work and be sure to confirm that your file uploaded
correctly.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 8 Assignment
Purpose:
Explore
conflict management principles and professional integrity through review of
healthcare personnel conflict management review.
This
conflict management assignment gives you the opportunity to review common
conflict scenarios in clinical practice, and reflect on appropriate resolution
strategies. This gives you a review of
an evidence based approach to a training conflict management in healthcare
settings.
Description:
Students
will reference the conflict case management study from the nursing literature.
Students will develop a summary and reflection consensus of strategies used to
resolve the case review.
Forbat, L.,
Simons, J., Sayer, C., Davies, M., Barclay, S (2017). Training pediatric
healthcare staff in recognizing, understanding and managing conflict with
patients and families: findings from a survey on immediate 6-month impact.
Archives of Disease in Childhood, 102 (3): 250.
Directions:
Students
are expected to:
Create a
brief and concise overview of the case study.
Develop a
Poster Project PowerPoint, like an executive summary highlighting the main
points of the case
Post the
summary and one-slide poster to the Unit 10 Discussion Topic 2 for instructor
feedback.
Submit the
Summary and Poster Slide to the Unit 8 Dropbox
This is an
opportunity to interact and learn from peers through discussion and exchange of
ideas with professional integrity and collaborative discussion as a focus.
Have fun
working with your teams, communicating within a smaller group and working
towards a collaborative consensus in an online environment.
To view the
Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of
the Course Resources.
Assignment
Requirements:
Before finalizing
your work, you should:
be sure to
read the Assignment description carefully (as displayed above);
consult the
Grading Rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included
everything necessary; and
utilize
spelling and grammar check to minimize errors.
Your
writing Assignment should:
follow the
conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
be well
ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
display
superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and
use APA 6th
Edition format.
For
assistance, visit the Writing Center.
How to
Submit:
Submit your
Assignment to the unit Dropbox before midnight on the last day of the unit.
When you
are ready to submit your Assignment, select the unit Dropbox then attach your
file. Make sure to save a copy of the Assignment you submit.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 10 Assignment
Evaluating
Organizational Change
Description:
This
Assignment provides an overview of how to evaluate evidence-based practice
quality improvement in a practice change.
Directions:
Introduce
an overview of a healthcare system practice guideline, preferably where you
work or have worked.
Discuss how
different professionals in the healthcare system (Nurses, Pharmacists,
Technicians, Nurse Educators, CFO, etc.) are held to this guideline.
Identify
the research/reference used by the system to adopt the guideline.
Define the
evidence used to define the guideline.
Determine
the level of evidence used in the EBP identified.
Provide an
opinion on how well this guideline is followed by professionals in the system.
Conclude
with a concise overview of the guideline and the discussion in the paper.
Write the
paper in 8–10 pages, using APA format.
To view the
Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of
the Course Resources.
Assignment
Requirements:
Before finalizing
your work, you should:
be sure to
read the Assignment description carefully (as displayed above)
consult the
Grading Rubric (under the Course Resources) to make sure you have included
everything necessary;
utilize
spelling and grammar check to minimize errors; and
Your
writing Assignment should:
follow the
conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.);
be well
ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful;
display
superior content, organization, style, and mechanics; and;
use APA 6th
edition format
How to
Submit:
Submit your
Assignment to the unit Dropbox by 11:59 pm ET on Sunday of the unit.
When you
are ready to submit your Assignment, submit to the unit Dropbox. Make sure to
save a copy of your work and be sure to confirm that your file uploaded
correctly.
PART B
During this
course, you must attend a mandatory clinical process orientation. This
orientation will provide important information that you will need to prepare
for your clinical experience. Sessions
are held weekly, and are not recorded.
You must attend one of the session, but are welcome to attend multiple
sessions if you would like to do so. If you do not attend an orientation session,
you will not be permitted to register for any clinical course and you will
receive a "0" for the week 10 assignment, regardless of what is
submitted for "Part A". Here
is the link to the meeting schedule: http://www.kushs.net/kaplan/ClinicalP/GraduateNursingOrientation.pdf. There are session options within the
document. Choose the session you wish to attend.
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 1 Quiz
Question 1 TRUE/FALSE:
Validity and reliability are the same concept.
Question
options:
True
False
Question 2 A
scholarly article is defined by which of the following:
Question
options:
a) Peer
reviewed
b) Written
in APA format
c) An
expert’s opinion
d) A
detailed essay
Question 3 Which
of the following identifies expert opinion level of evidence:
Question
options:
a) Level 1
b) Level 3
c) Level 4
d) Level 7
Question 4TRUE/FALSE:
Level 7 represents the highest level of evidence.
Question
options:
True
False
Question 5
PICOT question is developed
Question
options:
a) from
systematic reviews
b) from a
clinical practice question
c) after a
randomized trial is completed
d) through
a case study design
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 3 Quiz
Unit 3
Section Quiz
Question 1 Which
of the following areas of nursing practice rely on evidence based practice:
administration?
Question
options:
a)
education
b) practice
c) all of
the above
Question 2 TRUE/FALSE:
Evidence Based practice is a fluid process, with new evidence arising often to
change a practice:
Question
options:
True
False
Question 3 TRUE/FALSE:
HEDIS measures are an evidence based external benchmark for healthcare clinical
quality.
Question
options:
True
False
Question 4 TRUE/FALSE:
AHRQ is a standardized, evidence based quality review resource for healthcare
organization.
Question
options:
True
False
Question 5 TRUE/FALSE:
Evidence based practice refers to clinical practice solely.
Question
options:
True
False
MN504 Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based
Practice
Unit 9 Quiz
Question 1 The
T in PICOT stands for:
Question
options:
a) the time
to demonstrate the outcome
b) trials
in research
c) time to
create the search question
d) transfer
of research
Question 2 Foreground
and Background questions differ in that:
Question
options:
a) background
info provides the foundation for asking, whereas the foreground question
provides the searchable question
b) foreground
is thought of first
c) background
questions are focused in content
d) foreground
questions are broad in scope
Question 3 The
first letter in PICOT questions stands for:
Question
options:
a) Pursue
evidence
b) Perform
research
c) Patient
population
d) Population
providers
Question 4 The
first step of the EBP process is:
Question
options:
a) integrate
best evidence with one's clinical expertise and patient preferences and values
in making a practice decision or change
b) ask the
burning PICOT question
c) search
for and collect the most relevant evidence
d) critically
appraise the evidence
Question 5 Evidence-Based
Practice is best defined as:
Question
options:
a) a review
of systematic reviews
b) specific
randomized control trials
c) a
clinical practice focus that focuses on evidence to improve quality of care and
best patient outcomes
d) case
study review in practice case study review in practice