Evidence Based Critique Framework

Data for this article was gathered from published journal articles from 2009

1.4.Significance of the Study 1.5.Definition of Concepts and Terms used in the study 2. Literature Review 3. Methodology 3.1.

In reference to a study conducted by Irfan Nadiadi and Sarah Mugharbil (2007), the end results of

For the purpose of this analysis, it is presumed that all nurses have the capability to be present, therefore it is assumed all nurses can also enhance their presence within their practice to be measured and

Study selection: Additional criteria included: individually, carried out studies and credible results to provide the groundwork for policy implementation and future research

1. CONCEPT 1-EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE IN NURSING This concept was deducted from module 2 with the topic “Concept of Evidence-based practice”. Evidenced-based nursing is a way of making decision and providing nursing care that is based on clinical issues and combine it with the most current, relevant research that is available on that issue. Evidence based nursing utilize the most up to date method of providing care, which have been proven via assessing high quality studies and statistically with significant research findings.

A recent study by Griffiths (2008) showed the fundamentals of patient care may have been lost and patient focus was diminished. He explained that nursing had become too technical due to the healthcare environmental crisis and the focus was taken away from the fundamentals of patient care. Although the ward on clinical placement was evidently over stretched, the fundamentals of patient care was still upheld due to the regiment implementation of the RLT model of nursing. Initial assessment allowed nurses to plan and implement measures from early admission which inevitably made all aspects nursing care

The authors made an effort to describe both contradictory data and divergent findings. They listed the two important themes that they believed have emerged from the data—“a characteristic set of attitudes and skills, and a thorough knowledge of the whole patient” (Young et al., 2013, p.313). The themes were sufficiently organized by sub-categorizing them into various headings with examples. The findings of the study were found to be consistent with other studies (Martin, 2004), and the themes were well substantiated by the findings. The study also illuminates the need for future research and application.

“More highly educated nursing workforce is critical to meeting the nation’s nursing needs and delivering safe, effective patient care….. Without a more educated nursing workforce, the nation’s health will be further at risk (Tri-council for Nursing, 2010).” As the acuity of the patient increases daily, so is the need for increases of higher education for nurses. The factor of increasing complexity of patient health require higher education for the liability of safe practice, thus is an agreeable requirement for employers to place upon the employees. Acquiring a bachelor’s degree is only an improvement for everyone.

Part 1 Explain why it is important for nurses to use credible and relevant evidence to underpin their clinical practice. (Justify and support answers with credible and relevant evidence whilst adhering to UWS referencing guidance). The role of nurse changes as new research emerges and finds new and improved ways of helping patients to be restored to health. As Aveyard and Sharp (2016) suggested, evidence based practice requires that the approach is clear but also up to date and it based on the best type of evidence available at the point in time. The Nursing and Midwifery Council Code (2015) is to always provide the best possible service related to the best available evidence that is also in line with the patient’s preferences.

We projected that up to 10 interviews will be conducted and any necessary follow-up interviews will be conducted during the time frame of the study. In addition, follow-up interviews will be conducted with during the time of the study to allow time for data collection. All interviews will be tape-recorded and, based on four pilot interviews already conducted, are expected to vary in length from 15 minutes to 45 minutes. The interviews will be informal and open-ended, and carried out in a conversational style.

According to University College London (UCL) (2011), critical evaluation helps to filter necessary information, identify studies that are applicable clinically and also for continuous professional development (CPD). However, evaluation of an article, is assessed using pre-designed instrument that encourages a more thorough and systematic method; it is designed for different study design and ask specific questions as pertain validity of the study such as: if the study has given an answer to the research question and has met its set aims and objectives, the methodology, analysis and interpretation of findings (Harder, 2014; Burls, 2009; Whiffin and Hasselder, 2013). It could be said that a good critical assessment plays a vital in evidence-based practice. Therefore, a critical appraisal skills programme (CASP, 2009) checklist will be used to evaluate the selected paper for this

The author s clearly out lays the study population and the sample size which they involved in their study. The authors clearly showed the methods adopted in analyzing data. They used naturalistic inquiry approach and narrative recording. This makes their study more reliable and credible.

, (2009), this poses an increase in possible serious complications and even death. This appraisal discusses how the aforementioned study followed the research process. This includes the research aims and methodology, sampling technique used, data collection method, interpretation of data, and the ethical issues. This will also discuss the limitations of the study and its implications to the current nursing practice. For the purposes of this essay, this will utilise the general guidelines for critiquing as proposed by Goodman (2014).

Secondly, a methodology that describes the collection of data included together with highlights of limitations and thirdly key findings analysed and interpreted followed by some useful recommendations. Finally some future directions for research have been