PICO DFIVE&SIX for review.

Textbook Readings

Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare

  • “Clinically Appraising Knowledge for Clinical Decision Making”

  • “Clinically Appraising Quantitative Evidence for Clinical Decision Making”

  • “Clinically Appraising Qualitative Evidence for Clinical Decision Making”

Journal Readings

Please retrieve and read the following Journal articles from the Library. Articles can be located through a search in the CINAHL database, OVID database, Course Resources, or by using the link at the end of the reference if provided.

O’Mathuna, D. P., (2010). The role of systematic review. International Journal of Nursing Practice, 16(2), 205–207.

O’Mathuna, D. P. (2010b). Critical appraisal of systematic reviews. International Journal of Nursing Practice, 16(4), 414–418.

Stevens, K. R. (2001). Systematic reviews: The heart of evidence-based practice. AACN Clinical Issues, 12(4), 529–538.

Web Resources

Access the NCQA site and review quality measurements that are used in healthcare. This site will provide practical application review for you on how evidence is translated into practice.

It is expected that you will spend at least 2 hours reviewing this resource.

  • National Committee on Quality Assurance. 2015. Quality Measurement Products. Retrieved from http://www.ncqa.org/HEDISQualityMeasurement/QualityMeasurementProducts.aspx

DISCUSSION 1

Describe the difference between qualitative and quantitative data as it relates to clinical practice and your clinical question. Provide references to substantiate the distinction of the two data sources

DISCUSSION 2

Qualitative Research Design

Using the knowledge and insights gained from the textbook, provide an overview of qualitative research as it relates to your compelling clinical question. What benefits did you find in qualitative research to answer your specific question? Cite the sources used to substantiate your discussion. Reflect on the value of qualitative research specifically