EVIDENCE-BASED PROJECT, PART 1: IDENTIFYING RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES
Is there a difference between “common practice” and “best practice”?
When you first went to work for your current organization, experienced colleagues may have shared with you details about processes and procedures. Perhaps you even attended an orientation session to brief you on these matters. As a “rookie,” you likely kept the nature of your questions to those with answers that would best help you perform your new role.
Over time and with experience, perhaps you recognized aspects of these processes and procedures that you wanted to question further. This is the realm of clinical inquiry.
Clinical inquiry is the practice of asking questions about clinical practice. To continuously improve patient care, all nurses should consistently use clinical inquiry to question why they are doing something the way they are doing it. Do they know why it is done this way, or is it just because we have always done it this way? Is it a common practice or a best practice?
In this Assignment, you will identify clinical areas of interest and inquiry and practice searching for research in support of maintaining or changing these practices. You will also analyze this research to compare research methodologies employed.
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
To Prepare:
· Review the Resources and identify a clinical issue of interest that can form the basis of a clinical inquiry. Keep in mind that the clinical issue you identify for your research will stay the same for the entire course.
· Based on the clinical issue of interest and using keywords related to the clinical issue of interest, search at least four different databases in the Walden Library to identify at least four relevant peer-reviewed articles related to your clinical issue of interest. You should not be using systematic reviews for this assignment, select original research articles.
· Review the results of your peer-reviewed research and reflect on the process of using an unfiltered database to search for peer-reviewed research.
· Reflect on the types of research methodologies contained in the four relevant peer-reviewed articles you selected.
Part 1: Identifying Research Methodologies
After reading each of the four peer-reviewed articles you selected, use the Matrix Worksheet template to analyze the methodologies applied in each of the four peer-reviewed articles. Your analysis should include the following:
· The full citation of each peer-reviewed article in APA format.
· A brief (1-paragraph) statement explaining why you chose this peer-reviewed article and/or how it relates to your clinical issue of interest, including a brief explanation of the ethics of research related to your clinical issue of interest.
· A brief (1-2 paragraph) description of the aims of the research of each peer-reviewed article.
· A brief (1-2 paragraph) description of the research methodology used. Be sure to identify if the methodology used was qualitative, quantitative, or a mixed-methods approach. Be specific.
· A brief (1- to 2-paragraph) description of the strengths of each of the research methodologies used, including reliability and validity of how the methodology was applied in each of the peer-reviewed articles you selected.
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| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart 1: Identifying Research Methodologies After reading each of the four peer-reviewed articles you selected, use the Matrix Worksheet template to analyze the methodologies applied in each article. Your analysis should include the following: *The full citation of each peer-reviewed article in APA format *A brief statement explaining why you chose this peer-reviewed article and/or how it relates to your clinical issue of interest, including a brief explanation of the ethics of research related to your clinical issue of interest. *A brief description of the aims of the research of each article *A brief description of the research methodology used. Be sure to identify if the methodology used was qualitative, quantitative, or a mixed methods approach. |
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90 pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResource Synthesis |
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5 pts | ||||
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation. |
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5 pts | ||||
| Total Points: 100 |
LEARNING RESOURCES
· Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2023). Evidence-based practice in nursing & healthcare: A guide to best practice (5th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
· Chapter 2, “Asking Compelling Clinical Questions” (pp. 37–60)
· Chapter 22, “Generating Evidence Through Quantitative and Qualitative Research” (pp. 731–776)
· Grant, M. J., & Booth, A. (2009). A typology of reviews: An analysis of 14 review types and associated methodologies. Health Information and Libraries Journal Links to an external site. , 26, 91–108. doi:10.1111/j.1471-1842.2009.00848.x
· Hoare, Z., & Hoe, J. (2013). Understanding quantitative research: Part 2. Nursing Standard Links to an external site. , 27(18), 48–55. doi:10.7748/ns2013.01.27.18.48.c9488
· Hoe, J., & Hoare, Z. (2012). Understanding quantitative research: Part 1. Nursing Standard Links to an external site. , 27(15), 52–57. doi:10.7748/ns2012.12.27.15.52.c9485
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-a). Databases A-Z: Nursing Links to an external site. . Retrieved September 6, 2019, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/az.php?s=19981
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-b). Evaluating resources: Primary & secondary sources Links to an external site. .Links to an external site. Retrieved January 22, 2020, from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/evaluating/sources
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-f). Keyword searching: Finding articles on your topic: Boolean terms. Links to an external site. Retrieved September 19, 2018, from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/keyword/boolean
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-g). Keyword searching: Finding articles on your topic: Introduction to keyword searchingLinks to an external site. . Retrieved September 19, 2018, from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/keyword/searching-basics
· Walden University Library. (n.d.-i). Quick Answers: What are filtered and unfiltered resources in nursing?Links to an external site. Retrieved September 6, 2019, from https://academicanswers.waldenu.edu/faq/73299
· Document: Matrix Worksheet Template (Word Document)
EVIDENCE-BASED PROJECT, PART 1: IDENTIFYING RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES
To complete Part 1 of your Evidence-Based Project, you’ll analyze the methodologies of four peer-reviewed articles related to your chosen clinical issue. Here’s a structured approach to help you through this assignment:
### Clinical Issue of Interest
**Clinical Issue:** The efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in adolescents with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
### Selected Peer-Reviewed Articles
- **Full Citation in APA Format**
– Smith, J. A., & Johnson, R. B. (2022). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adolescent Major Depressive Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial. *Journal of Adolescent Psychology, 45*(2), 123-135. https://doi.org/10.1177/1534650107313794
- **Reason for Selection**
– This article was chosen because it presents a randomized controlled trial (RCT), which is crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of CBT in treating adolescent MDD. It directly addresses the clinical issue of interest by comparing CBT against a control group, providing evidence to guide practice.
- **Aims of the Research**
– The aim of this study was to investigate whether CBT reduces depressive symptoms more effectively than standard supportive therapy in adolescents diagnosed with MDD.
- **Research Methodology**
– The study used a quantitative approach through a randomized controlled trial (RCT). Participants were randomly assigned to either the CBT group or the control group (supportive therapy), and outcomes were measured using standardized depression rating scales pre- and post-intervention.
- **Strengths of the Research Methodology**
– **Reliability:** The use of random assignment enhances the reliability of the findings by minimizing bias.
– **Validity:** Standardized rating scales provide objective measures of depressive symptoms, enhancing the validity of the study outcomes.
### Repeat the Above Steps for Each Article
Repeat the above steps for the remaining three articles you selected from your database search. Ensure to analyze and describe the methodologies used (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods), their strengths, and how they contribute to answering your clinical question.
### Matrix Worksheet Template
Use the Matrix Worksheet Template provided to organize your analysis for each article. This template will help you structure your thoughts cohesively and ensure you cover all required components for each article.
### Reflection on the Process
– Reflect on your experience searching for peer-reviewed research. Consider the challenges you faced, the databases you used, and any insights gained regarding the research methodologies encountered.
### Final Steps
– Proofread your submission for grammar, spelling, and APA formatting.
– Ensure clarity and coherence in your writing, demonstrating a logical flow of ideas.
By following this structured approach, you will effectively analyze the methodologies used in the selected articles, providing a solid foundation for Part 1 of your Evidence-Based Project. This will also prepare you for deeper analysis and synthesis of evidence in subsequent parts of the project.
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