NUR 513 Topic 7: Evidence-Based Practice Initiatives
Description
Objectives:
Discuss the importance of evidence-based practice within advanced registered nursing.
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Evidence-based practice (EBP) is an important aspect of advanced registered nursing. It is the process of making clinical decisions based on the best available evidence, combined with the nurse’s expertise and the patient’s preferences and values. The use of EBP helps to ensure that the care provided to patients is based on the most current and accurate information available, and that it is individualized to meet the needs of each patient.
There are several key reasons why EBP is important within advanced registered nursing. One reason is that it helps to improve patient outcomes by ensuring that care is based on the best available evidence. This can lead to better health outcomes and a reduction in the incidence of errors and complications. Additionally, EBP can help to reduce healthcare costs by identifying and implementing the most effective and efficient treatments.
Another reason why EBP is important within advanced registered nursing is that it helps to advance the nursing profession. By using the most current evidence in their practice, advanced registered nurses can stay up-to-date on the latest developments in their field, and contribute to the body of knowledge that is used to inform future practice. Additionally, by engaging in EBP, advanced registered nurses demonstrate their commitment to providing high-quality care and to continuously improving their practice.
Evaluate the role of the advanced registered nurse in relation to ethical conduct in research
Investigate databases to identify evidence-based practice research related to an area of interest in your practice
Study Materials
Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession
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Review Chapters 20-22 in Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession.
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https://www.gcumedia.com/digital-resources/jones-and-bartlett/2016/advanced-practice-nursing_essential-knowledge-for-the-profession_3e.php
GCU Library: Nursing and Health Sciences Research Guide
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Revie w the “Nursing and Health Sciences” research guide, located on the GCU Library website.
Defining Scholarship for the Discipline of Nursing
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Read “Defining Scholars hip for the Discipline of Nursing,” by Edwards, Alic hnie, Easle y, Edw ardso n, Keating, and Stanley (1999 ), located on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing website.
The Impact of Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and the Next Big Ideas
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Read “The Impact of Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and the Next Big Ideas,” by Stevens, from Online Journal of Issues in Nursing(2013).
Cochrane Library
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Explore the Cochrane Libra1y website.
Tasks
Topic 7 DQ 1
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Describe the steps of the evidence-based research process and the impo1tance of using them. In the initial stages of an EBP project, where do nurses in your specialty go to locate sources of information that help them to determine whether or not a practice problem is appropriate for an evidence-based practice change proposal. Include two specific sources on information in your discussion
Topic 7 DQ 2
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What are some of the major ethical issues in conducting research that impacts the advanced registered nurse? Discuss the role of the advanced registered nurse in advocating for patient safety and rights in conducting research.
Topic 7 Participation
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NUR-513 Course Objectives
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In this course, the student will:
Determine the current state of advanced specialty nursing
Examine nursing theo1y and the role, ethical responsibilities, and legal obligations of the advanced specialty nurse in health promotion and disease prevention from a Christian perspective and as a leader who improves health care.
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Advanced specialty nursing is a rapidly growing field that encompasses many different areas of nursing practice. Some examples of advanced specialty nursing roles include nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and nurse anesthetists. These nurses have advanced education, training, and certification in a specific area of practice, and are able to provide a wide range of services, such as diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing medication, and ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests.
In terms of nursing theory, advanced specialty nurses often use evidence-based practice to guide their decisions and interventions. They also utilize various theories of health promotion and disease prevention to prevent illness and promote health among their patients.
From a Christian perspective, advanced specialty nurses have an ethical responsibility to provide compassionate and high-quality care to all of their patients, regardless of their faith or beliefs. They are also responsible for upholding the principles of justice and respect for human life in all aspects of their practice.
As leaders in the healthcare field, advanced specialty nurses have a legal obligation to adhere to state and federal laws and regulations related to their practice, as well as to maintain their certification and continuing education requirements. They also have a responsibility to promote and advocate for the health and well-being of their patients and communities.
Advanced specialty nursing is a diverse and rapidly growing field that offers a wide range of opportunities for nurses to specialize in a specific area of practice. Advanced specialty nurses play a vital role in health promotion and disease prevention, utilizing evidence-based practice, nursing theories, and ethical and legal responsibilities to improve health care. They also have a responsibility to provide compassionate and high-quality care to all their patients and to uphold the principles of justice and respect for human life in all aspects of their practice.
Navigate GCU’s libraiy and other scholaily resources of evidence-based practice (EBP) literature and guidelines.
Review evidence-based practice (EBP) and the reseai·ch
Determine avenues for role development, including identifying relevant professional organizations and professional development
