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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2023 - 2024
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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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Critically discuss key differences between qualitative and quantitative research. 2. Identify a particular area of practice for critical review 3. Formulate focused practice related questions to guide critical review of the literature 4. Critically evaluate and consider the practical use of a variety of research methods 5. Identify published research that answers their chosen research question and critically evaluate the quality of the research designs presented in the publications 6. Appreciate how evidence based practice is essential to best patient outcomes whilst also appreciating the importance of the development of critical appraisal skills to evaluate the evidence presented | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Indicative SyllabusEvolution of Evidence-based Practice (EBP).Key features of quantitative and qualitative approaches to inquiry.Principles and process of EBP including developing searchable, answerable questions.Search techniques including database tutorials.Research design overview; questions, sampling, analysis, validity & reliability in key approaches.Appraising the literature using tools to determine quality.Combining clinical expertise with patient preferences (where appropriate) to review the evidence.Evaluating & recommending for practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources 59452, Website, National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), (UK)., 0, National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE), (UK)., http://www.nice.org.uk/, 59453, Website, National Guideline Clearninghouse (US), 0, National Guideline Clearninghouse (US), http://www.guideline.gov/, 59454, Website, Royal College of Nursing (UK), 0, Royal College of Nursing (UK), http://www.rcn.org.uk, 59455, Website, The Centre for Advancement of EBP at Arizona State University, 0, The Centre for Advancement of EBP at Arizona State University, http://nursing.asu.edu/caep/, 59456, Website, The Joanna Briggs Institute, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia., 0, The Joanna Briggs Institute, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia., http://www.joannabriggs.edu.au/about/home.php, 59457, Website, Health Service Executive (Ireland), 0, Health Service Executive (Ireland), http://www.hseland.ie, 59458, Website, Cochrane Library of Systematic Reviews, 0, Cochrane Library of Systematic Reviews, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Programme or List of Programmes |
BNCG | BSc in Children's & General Nursing |
BNGN | BSc in Nursing (General) |
BNID | BSc in Nursing (Intellectual Disability) |
BNPY | BSc in Nursing (Mental Health) |
DHS | Diploma in Health Studies |
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