| Module Title |
Research & Nursing Practice 2 |
| Module Code |
NUR1042 (ITS: NS312) |
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Faculty |
Science & Health |
School |
Nursing, PsyT & Comm Health |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
The module aims to enhance knowledge and appreciation of the research process. Students will also develop a greater appreciation of evidence-based practice within a variety of
healthcare environments. Students will critically consider the nature of the evidence underpinning nursing practice and engage in structured tutorials focusing on sourcing the best available evidence to underpin decision-making. Students will critically explore a variety of research approaches and will learn how to critically appraise the quality of the research publications they read to determine its utility to practice. Students will be exposed to a variety of learning activities during the course of the module including lectures & seminars and will be expected to participate actively in the learning process available. Students critical academic writing skills will be enhanced with student writing clinics
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Learning Outcomes
1. Critically analyse the key differences between qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
2. Critically examine and justify a defined area of nursing practice for systematic literature review.
3. Formulate focused, researchable questions using appropriate frameworks (e.g., PICO, PEO) to guide evidence-based inquiry.
4. Critically evaluate a range of research methodologies and their application to nursing practice.
5. Systematically search for, select, critically appraise and synthesise primary research evidence relevant to a defined research question.
6. Critically apply principles of evidence-based practice to inform clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 24 | Face-to-face lectures delivering core theoretical content on research methodologies, evidence-based practice, and critical appraisal. | | Workshop | 4 | Interactive, facilitated sessions where students actively develop research questions, conduct literature searches, and apply critical appraisal frameworks to research studies, supporting the development of evidence-based practice skills. | | Independent Study | 97 | Directed and self-directed learning including literature searching, reading research studies, and preparation of the critical appraisal assignment |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 20816 | Part of Term | Semester 2 | | Coursework | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | N | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Hazel Ní Chonchubhair | Module Teacher | Paula Flanagan |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Assignment | Students will undertake a structured critical appraisal of three primary research studies relevant to a defined clinical question. The assignment requires students to demonstrate the ability to formulate a research question, conduct a systematic literature search, critically appraise the quality of research evidence, and synthesise findings to inform evidence-based nursing practice. | 100% | Sem 2 End |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Foundations of Evidence-Based Practice
Principles and evolution of evidence-based practice
Integration of research evidence, clinical expertise and patient preferences
Role of EBP in improving patient outcomes and quality of care
Research Methodologies
Key characteristics of qualitative and quantitative research
Overview of research designs (e.g., RCTs, cohort studies, qualitative designs)
Concepts of validity, reliability and rigour
Developing Research Questions
Identifying clinical problems and practice gaps
Use of frameworks (PICO, PEO, SPIDER)
Translating practice issues into searchable questions
Literature Searching and Evidence Retrieval
Database searching (e.g., CINAHL, PubMed)
Use of keywords, Boolean operators and MeSH terms
Inclusion/exclusion criteria and search strategies
Critical Appraisal of Evidence
Appraisal of qualitative and quantitative studies
Use of critical appraisal tools
Evaluating methodological quality, bias and applicability
Synthesising Evidence
Comparing and contrasting research findings
Identifying patterns, gaps and inconsistencies
Drawing evidence-informed conclusions
Application to Practice
Translating evidence into clinical decision-making
Barriers and facilitators to implementing evidence
Role of the nurse in promoting evidence-based care
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Aveyard H: 0, Aveyard H 2020 Doing a Literature Review in health and social care: a practical guide. Berkshire. Open University Press. BermanBrown R and Saunders M 2008 Dealing with Statistics: What you need to,
- Helen Aveyard,Pam Sharp: 2019, A Beginner's Guide to Evidence Based Practice in Health and Social Care, Open University Press, 224, 9780335236039
- Julius Sims: 2000, Research in Health Care: Concepts, Designs and Methods, 978-074873718
- Jeremy Jolly: 2020, Introducing Research and Evidence-Based Practice for Nursing and Healthcare Professionals, 978-036735053
Articles:
- 0: Evidence Based Nursing, Evidence Based Nursing, http://ebn.bmjjournals.com/, 525289, 2
- Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing: Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing, http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/journal,
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Other Resources
- 1: Website, National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), (UK)., National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), (UK).,
- 421866: 1, Website, National Guideline Clearninghouse (US), National Guideline Clearninghouse (US),
- http://www.guideline.gov/: 421867, 1, Website, Royal College of Nursing (UK), Royal College of Nursing (UK)
- http://www.rcn.org.uk: 421868, 1, Website, The Centre for Advancement of EBP at Arizona State University, The Centre for Advancement of EBP at Arizona State University
- http://nursing.asu.edu/caep/: 421869, 1, Website, The Joanna Briggs Institute, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia., The Joanna Briggs Institute, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia.
- http://www.joannabriggs.edu.au/about/home.php: 421870, 1, Website, Health Service Executive (Ireland), Health Service Executive (Ireland)
- http://www.hseland.ie: 421871, 1, Website, Cochrane Library of Systematic Reviews, Cochrane Library of Systematic Reviews
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