NRS 433V Research Critique (NRS433v)

Topic 5 DQ 2 Description: According to the textbook, nurses in various settings are adopting a research-based (or evidence-based) practice that incorporates research findings into their decisions and interaction with clients. How do you see this being applied in your workplace?

Topic 5 DQ 1 Description: The theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods are very different, but many researchers believe both methods should be used in the research study to increase validity and reliability. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in using both types of methods in a nursing study? Support your answer with current evidence-based literature.

P: In adults with surgical site infections, I: will proper handwashing, sterile technique, skin prep, and maintenance after surgery C: as compared to non-sterile technique (contamination), improper handwashing/skin prep, and patient’s neglect of surgical site post-surgery O: be more or less effective in reducing surgical site infections T: over a 2-month time frame?

Topic 4 DQ 2 Description: Describe the “levels of evidence” and provide an example of the type of practice change that could result from each.

TOPIC 4 DQ 1 Description: Compare independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables. Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous variables. Support your answer with peer-reviewed articles.

Topic 3 DQ 2 Description: Describe sampling theory and provide examples to illustrate your definition. Discuss generalizability asit applies to nursing research.

TOPIC 3 DQ 1 Description: Provide examples of experimental and nonexperimental research design. Contrast the levels of control applied to each.

Health care-associated infections (HAIs) and multiple drug-resistant organisms are a major concern and public health issue in the world of health care. Surgical site infections (SSIs) are one of the subcategories under HAIs. The implementation of hand washing and cleansing the hands with alcohol-based hand rub has always been an investigated barrier for health care workers (HCWs). However, there is a lack of evidence on the about the patients’ hand hygiene practices and how it could contribute...