Evidence Based Practice

Knowing that, I had a wonderful learning experience in my live practicum and with the IHI case studies and FEMA certificate is a rewarding feeling. All the practicum components helped me to have an improved understanding of quality and safe

Nurse recognition models are implemented within healthcare facilities to recognize the value and meaningfulness of one’s contributions and the influence his or her actions have on others (Thompson, 2013). Organizations have a responsibility to acknowledge extraordinary nurses who express genuine compassion and care as well as exhibit professionalism as this ensures a successful professional practice environment of shared respect and support (Brigham and Women’s Hospital, 2018). Praising and acknowledging those who demonstrate such qualities results in job satisfaction and enjoyment, which leads to positive outcomes for both the organization as well as the patient. Additionally, supporting meaningful recognition models elevates the level of

INTRODUCTION: This contextual project consists of 10 concept from the block 1 study with the title “Research and Nursing Research”. The meaning of each concept will be clarified, critically analyzed and applied to social context, personal life and current professional life. The usefulness of the concept to the current world will also be explained.

The error in this study was controlled by the researchers reference back to similar research such as this study. The researchers utilized a barrier scale and factored in the nurses educational level, position, and skill level. Some studies on this subject resulted to nurses with higher degrees had higher confidence at experience as using evidence-based research as part of their nursing care practice (Ganz et al., 2009). The conclusion of this study states that although nurses upholds oral care as high priority, most of the critical care nurses in this study do not conduct this care skill with the most current evidence-based practices or even with the proper methods, even though the American Association of Critical Care Nurse (AACN) recommends an oral care hygiene program that that brushes the teeth, gums, and tongue at least twice a day (Ganz et al., 2009). In regards to the second part of the research question, the researchers concluded that evidence-based practices didn’t have an association with personal demographics or level of

I decided to develop a career in nursing due to the exceptional FCC that I have received at the BC Children 's Hospital as a patient. The HCPs treated me and my family with respect, actively listened to and addressed my concerns and incorporated my family into my care. The concepts of the PCC were introduced to me in nursing school and I was passionate about PCC and have tried to implement relevant concepts while having my clinical practicum in adult acute care settings. I found that due to the high patients to nurse ratio and the inadequate time management skill I possessed, it was challenging to build a good rapport with patients and provide individualized PCC to them. The concept of FCC was introduced to me as the standard of pediatric health care during the preparation course of this preceptorship and it immediately drew my attention.

This assignment will critique the strengths and limitations of the research process of a qualitative paper. Nurses have a responsibility to provide holistic quality care to their patients; which must be based on the most up-to-date health information available (Mitchell et al. 2015). Critically analysing evidence is one of the most important steps towards promoting this evidence-based practice (Burns & Grove, 2011). Conversely, the Francis report (2012) declared that nurses need access to precise, comparable and timely information to improve practice. The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (2015) guidelines state that it is vital that nurses take charge of their own research to ensure use of current best evidence in practice, and developing this research will promote person centred care (McCormack 2003).

(Cowin & Hengstberger-Sims, 2006, p. 61). Furthermore, Cowin and Hengstberger-Sims believe the workplace expects newly licensed nurses to quickly fulfill their potential as knowledgeable workers, but the health organization remunerates newly licensed nurses at the lowest possible pay scale. These researchers asserted that incongruencies such as high level of stress related to responsibility and high

They also emphasizes health promotion and disease prevention through counselling, health-behaviour education and the development of self-care abilities. Extensive knowledge and expertise in her area of specialization enable her to take leadership both in her clinical practice and in her relations with nursing colleagues and other professionals. In addition, they contributes to educating future NPs, developing research and implementing clinical innovations. (OIIQ, 2010 Addendum; p. 9) Comments: The problem statements agreed with the title and seemed to be of educational significance.

It is a profession in which teamwork between healthcare providers is essential to provide safe and appropriate care to all patients. I believe that nursing is a profession for me, and will continue to expand my knowledge as a nurse by educating myself, growing from past nursing opportunities, applying knowledge, and learning from patients and their families. My vision is to continue to develop my knowledge and grow as a nurse. As I continue to grow and learn about nursing, I believe that my philosophy will evolve with every new experience and will positively impact the client population. I trust that my philosophy of nursing will have a positive impact on my clients as my goal is to consistently provide competent, safe nursing care to all which is culturally safe.

Research has proven over and over again that using evidenced-based practice (EBP) lowers the cost of healthcare, provides for better patient outcome, and for best work satisfaction among nursing staff. Yet, there is disagreement among nurses about the real value of doing research to change and initiate better nursing practices. The lack of enthusiasm to generate knowledge from research has many different facets, depending on who is questioned. Moving EBP into the clinical practice is complicated by time constraints, increasing demands on nursing care, and the inability to incorporate into the organization’s policies and procedures.

Wendy, I agree with you that not only DIKW hierarchy is good for evidence-based practice but most importantly is communicating to our patients. As a nurse, we are not only providing safe care for our patients but educate them through our knowledge and wisdom that we learned from the information through the classes. We communicate with them to prevent further complication or simply help them to maintain good health. DIKW hierarchy definitely is not only for nursing practice but good for our daily lives. Every day we are learning something new either from our practices or simply watching the news.

It was a privilege to work with Laura on a team rehabilitating a severely impaired brainstem CVA patient. She uses evidence based practice to modify treatment approaches to promote positive outcomes for both her patients physical needs as well as cognitive-communicative needs. A perfect example of this was scheduling her PT session prior to an SLP comm/cog session with increasing cardiovascular effort to promote improved cognitive