NSG 3301 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Inductive Reasoning, Internal Validity, Operational Definition
19 Mar 2019
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Chapter 1 the role of research in nursing. Research: is the systematic, rigorous, logical investigation with the aim of answering questions about nursing phenomena. Phenomena: can be defined as occurrences, circumstances, or facts that are perceptible by the senses. Nurses study research to determine best outcomes for patients, knowledge base for nursing practice and scientific knowledge. It allows practice to change over time and to maintain societal relevance. Trends in nursing research: community based care, reduction of disparities in health care, focus on health promotion and risk reduction, expanding population of older adults, emphasis on provider accountability through a. Increase in severity of illness in inpatient settings. Increase incidence of persons with comorbidities focus on equality and cost outcomes. Increase emphasis on interdisciplinary collaborative practice: use of technology to serve human need, focus on the needs on indigenous peoples. Nurse"s roles in research: consumer, generator of clinical questions, protector of research participants.
