Research Critique, Part 1 To write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of the research study conducted, respond to each of the questions listed under the headings below. Do not answer the questions with a yes or no; rather, provide a rationale or include examples or content from the study to address the questions. CRITICAL […]

Constructing the Written Evidence-based Proposal Combine all elements completed in previous weeks (Topics 1-4) into one cohesive evidence-based proposal and share the proposal with a leader in your organization. (Appropriate individuals include unit managers, department directors, clinical supervisors, charge nurses, and clinical educators). Obtain feedback from the leader you have selected and request verification using […]

Professional Capstone Project – Developing an Evaluation Plan and Disseminating Results Using 250-500 words summarize your strategy for disseminating the results of the project to key stakeholders and to the greater nursing community. Refer to the “topic 4: checklist.” Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA style guide, located in […]

Developing an Implementation Plan Consider the population in which the solution is intended, the staff that will participate, and the key contributors that must provide approval and/or support for your project to be implemented. These stakeholders are considered your audience. Develop an implementation plan (1,500-2,000 words) using the “Topic 3: Checklist” resource. The elements that […]

One Quantitative Study The article “Evidence-Based Practice Step by Step: Critical Appraisal of the Evidence: Part I” provides a critical appraisal guide for appraising quantitative studies. Select one quantitative study from the research articles you have identified for your project. Using the quantitative study you have selected, answer three of the questions listed in the […]

Professional Capstone Project – Reviewing the Literature and Applying Theory Identify a theory that can be used to support your proposed solution. Write a summary (250-500 words) in which you: 1. Describe the theory and your rationale for selecting the theory. 2. Discuss how the theory works to support your proposed solution. 3. Explain how […]

Identifying a Problem, Developing a Question, and Selecting Sources of Literature Describe two techniques that you can apply to narrow or broaden a search. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. Which approach will improve the effectiveness of your searches?

Selecting Sources of Literature – Capstone Project Locate a minimum of 15 peer-reviewed articles that describe the problem or issue and which support the proposed solution. Eight of the 15 articles must be research-based (e.g., a study which is qualitative, quantitative, descriptive, or longitudinal). Hint: Begin your search for literature by utilizing the databases located […]

Professional Capstone Project – Identifying a Problem, Developing a Question, and Selecting Sources of Literature Prepare for the capstone project by listening to the audio interview, “Capstone.” Preview and utilize “Topic 1 Checklist.” This resource will assist you in organizing your work and will provide additional information regarding the assignment. Consider the clinical environment in […]

Professional Capstone Project – Identifying a Problem, Developing a Question, and Selecting Sources of Literature Develop a searchable question using the picot format (The question is a single statement identifying the Components of picot). Refer to “developing a question” and “topic 1: checklist.”