What This Document Is
This is Part Two of a research paper focused on an Evidence Practice Problem, completed by Judith Gregory as partial fulfillment of the requirements for her Master of Science in Nursing degree at Herzing University (NU 560 - Research Methods and Evidence Based Practice), submitted February 2, 2020, to Dr. Bobbie Loveless. It represents a student’s exploration of research methodologies and their application to a specific clinical question.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is intended for students in advanced nursing programs undertaking coursework in research methods and evidence-based practice. It serves as a demonstration of a student’s ability to formulate a PICOT question, review relevant literature, and begin to analyze research findings related to a chosen clinical problem. It’s a key component of developing skills in critically appraising evidence to inform nursing practice.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a student assignment and represents a work in progress. It is not a comprehensive review of the topic, nor is it intended to be a definitive guide to evidence-based practice. It reflects the student’s understanding at a specific point in their learning journey.
What This Document Provides
This paper includes an introduction to the importance of research in healthcare, differentiating between qualitative and quantitative research methods. It presents a specific PICOT question concerning the impact of bedside shift reports on patient care, safety, and harm prevention. Furthermore, it provides a preliminary analysis of one article related to barriers to implementing bedside shift reports, outlining the study’s concepts, methods, and participants. This preview does *not* include a full literature review, detailed data analysis, or conclusions regarding the PICOT question.
