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This 18:55 min. video produced by OVIDWoltersKluwer introduces students to evidence-based practice within the context of nursing.
Evidence-based Nursing -- British Journal of Medicine (BJM)
The archive provides full text access to issues from 1995 (volume 1, issue #1 to 2005 (volume 8, issue #4). Use the Publication Finder to discover what access to full text content might be available through the NNU Riley Library's databases.
If the article you seek is not available full text through a library database, please use the interlibrary loan service to request the article from another library. It typically takes 3 to 5 business days to get the article, and it will be delivered to you electronically via your NNU email.
A PICO is developed in clinical practice to guide the care and research for care of the patient. An example is included below:
Echevarria, I., & Walker, S. (2014). To make your case, start with a PICOT question. Nursing, 44(2), 18-19.
P -- Patient/Problem/Population
I -- Intervention
C -- Comparison
O -- Outcome
T -- Treatment
Example: I am looking to explore the effectiveness of restraints in reducing the occurrence of falls in patients aged 65+.
NOTE: The O and T is what you will find in the literature (clinical trials, systematic reviews, meta analysis).
This tutorial is designed to provide the student with a greater understanding of the various types of research used in evidence-based practice (EBP). The tutorial begins at the base and progresses to the point. The student may move to the various levels as needed. There are questions to test yourself about each study type, some helpful formulas related to the study types, a video demonstrating how to find each type of study, and a glossary of relevant terms.
The student may also click on the pyramid below to access the tutorial.
Critical Appraisal Worksheets -- interactive forms for evaluating articles related to diagnosis, e-prognosis, harm, systematic reviews, and therapy (developed by the Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine). Available in a variety of languages.
Johns Hopkins Medicine, Evidence-based - Center for Nursing Inquiry
Johns Hopkins Nursing Evidence-Based Practice - Research Evidence Appraisal Tool
The NNU Riley Library provides print access to the following journals. Print copies are located on the second floor of the Learning Commons, west end of the building (the end closest to the Thomas Health & Science Building).
American Journal of Nursing, January 2004 to present
Journal of the American Medical Association, January 1986 to present
Journal of Christian Nursing, January 1984 to present
Nursing Clinics of North America, March 1986 to present
Pediatric Clinics of North America, January 1986 to 2/2018; Electronic access, 1/2014 to present
To find out whether NNU Riley Library has access to other titles electronically, and what the dates of coverage are, use the Publication Finder. You can search by title or ISSN.
The NNU Riley Library has access to many print and eBooks on various topics related to nursing and healthcare. Some of these items may serve as background information to what you read in the context of the research literature.
The NNU Riley Library is an official depository for documents published by the federal government. Some items are in print, and are located on the main floor of the Learning Commons, just behind the Reference resources. Others may be shelved on the second floor in their designated content area. Finally, others will be available electronically and can be found by searching gpo.gov.
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Perform today's important lab tests safely and accurately! With test entries organized the way you'll use them, Mosby's® Diagnostic & Laboratory Test Reference makes it fast and easy to look up current testing information. Concise monographs are arranged alphabetically and include vital information such as the type of test, alternate or abbreviated test names, test explanation, normal and abnormal findings, possible critical values, contraindications, potential complications, interfering factors, and guidelines to patient care before, during, and after the test. From the experienced author team of Kathleen Deska Pagana, Timothy J. Pagana, and Theresa Noel Pagana, this bestselling handbook offers a compact size, durable cover, and A-to-Z thumb tabs for quick reference while on the job. Alphabetically organized tests offer quick reference with A-to-Z thumb tabs. Each test entry begins on a new page, making tests easy to find. User's Guide to Test Preparation and Procedures provides an overview and guidelines for each type of laboratory test and diagnostic procedure to ensure that each is performed accurately and safely, and to prevent having to repeat a test due to an error. Normal findings for adult, elderly, and pediatric patients are included where applicable. Abnormal findings are highlighted with directional arrows, and are now alphabetized for fast reference. Possible critical values are highlighted to alert you to situations requiring immediate intervention. Icons for drug-related interfering factors alert you to the effects of pharmacologic agents on tests. Icons for patient teaching-related care indicate information that should be shared with patients and their families. Abbreviations for diagnostic and laboratory tests are provided inside the back cover, and appendices list blood tests used for disease and organ panels as well as symbols and units of measurement. Appendix with lists of tests by body system and by type allow you to quickly locate related studies. Inside front cover includes pages with easy-to-find information on common reference ranges for healthy adults, routine blood testing, and routine urine testing. Durable cover with rounded edges makes this manual ideal for use in the practice setting. NEW! Thirteen new monographs cover the latest tests and procedures; 11 outdated monographs are removed. NEW! Updated content reflects the latest research relating to accuracy of testing, diagnostic values of results, and patient care and education for each test.
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Videos explaining the "what" and "how" of a literature review.
Doing a Literature Review in Nursing, Health and Social Care by
How do I start my literature review? What sources can I go to for information? How do I analyse the work of others? This clear, practical book guides readers undertaking their own literature review through the process, giving them the skills and knowledge they need for success. The chapters address: - Different types of literature reviews - Critically analysing material - Presenting the final piece of work - Best practice in referencing and plagiarism - Systematic approaches to literature reviews It will be an essential guide for all nursing and all allied healthcare students, as well as professionals working in practice.
Succeeding in Literature Reviews and Research Project Plans for Nursing Students by
This book is a practical and readable guide that will show you how to successfully complete a research project plan or literature review as part of your final year assessment. It guides you through all the necessary stages from start to finish, beginning with preparation and planning, using and critiquing research and finally writing up and completing your project. The authors also explore the crucial challenge of translating evidence into practice and how this can lead to improved decision-making, better practice and improved services.
Health Sciences Literature Review Made Easy the Matrix Method by
Health Sciences Literature Review Made Easy: The Matrix Method, Fifth Edition describes the practical and useful methods for reviewing scientific literature in the health sciences. The goal of this text is to serve as a resource for students who need a practical, step-by-step set of instructions for how to organize, conduct, and write a synthesis of literature on a topic of their choice.Key Features: Includes author hints for conducting a reviewCaroline's Quest details the process for conducting a reviewMethod Maps provide a visual approach for conducting a methodological reviewData Visualization reviews the history of data visualization to communicate scientific findings Features websites and e-tutorials for citing reference materials
Locating instruments for research can sometimes be a daunting task. Here are few pointers to locate interview questions, questionnaires, surveys, pre-/posttests, etc.:
Northwest Nazarene University requires that all research requiring the use of human subjects to be approved by the Human Research Review Committee. The policies and documents are listed below. Please contact your advisor or research coordinator for additional information.