NRS 493 Topic 4: Development of Evidence-Based Practice Change Proposal II
NRS 493 Topic 4: Development of Evidence-Based Practice Change Proposal II
In this topic, students will continue to examine the research literature and utilize library resources to locate
quality, peer-reviewed sources that support their chosen topic and solution. Students will begin to synthesize the research data from multiple sources to identify strategies for implementation of a nursing intervention.
Students must identify a change or nursing theory to support their proposed capstone project intervention.
Objectives:
1. Synthesize evidence-based research data to support the development of the capstone project change
proposal.
2. Identify a change or nursing theory to support the nursing intervention for the capstone project change
proposal.
3. Write measurable outcomes for the evidence-based nursing practice intervention used in the capstone
project change proposal.
4. Integrate refective practice into the practicum refective journal.
5. Demonstrate interprofessional collaboration during the creation of the capstone project change proposal.
Resources
Change Theory: Kurt Lewin
Read “Change Theory: Kurt Lewin,” located on the Current Nursing website.
http://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/change_theory.html
Science of Improvement: Testing Changes
Review “Science of Improvement: Testing Changes,” located on the Institute for Healthcare Improvement
website.
http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/ScienceofImprovementTestingChanges.aspx
Nursing Theories
Explore the Nursing Theories page of the Current Nursing website. This website provides information on
leading nursing theories.
http://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/
Nursing Theory
Explore Nursing Theory website. This website provides information on leading nursing theories.
Research Questions, Hypotheses and Objectives
Review “Research Questions, Hypotheses and Objectives,” by Farrugia, Petrisor, Farrokhyar, and Bhandari,
from Canadian Journal of Surgery (2010).
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2912019/
Literature Evaluation Table
Review the “Literature Evaluation Table” resource to assist you in completing the Literature Evaluation Table assignment.
Formulating a Researchable Question: A Critical Step for Facilitating Good Clinical Research
Review “Formulating a Researchable Question: A Critical Step for Facilitating Good Clinical Research,” by Aslam and Emmanuel, from Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AID (2010).
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3140151/
Asking Focused Questions
Review “Asking Focused Questions,” located on the Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine website.
http://www.cebm.net/asking-focused-questions/
Introducing AORN’s New Model for Evidence Rating
Read “Introducing AORN’s New Model for Evidence Rating,” by Spruce, Van Wicklin, Hicks, Conner, and Dunn, from AORN Journal (2014).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?
direct=true&db=edsbl&AN=RN346651439&site=eds-live&scope=site
Translating Research for Evidence-Based Practice
Review “Translating Research for Evidence-Based Practice,” by Bowen and Forrest, from Access (2017).
https://search-proquest-com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/docview/1860951984?accountid=7374
Assessments
Literature Evaluation Table
In nursing practice, accurate identifcation and application of research is essential to achieving successful
outcomes. The ability to articulate research data and summarize relevant content supports the student’s
ability to further develop and synthesize the assignments that constitute the components of the capstone
project.
The assignment will be used to develop a written implementation plan.
For this assignment, provide a synopsis of the review of the research literature. Using the “Literature
Evaluation Table,” determine the level and strength of the evidence for each of the eight research articles you have selected. The articles should be current (within the last 5 years) and closely relate to the PICOT question developed earlier in this course. The articles may include quantitative research, descriptive analyses, longitudinal studies, or meta-analysis articles. A systematic review may be used to provide background information for the purpose or problem identifed in the proposed capstone project.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Capstone Change Project Outcomes
Start Date & Time Due Date & Time Points
May 9, 2022, 12:00 AM May 15, 2022, 11:59 PM 0
After working with your preceptor to assess organizational policies, create a list of measurable outcomes for your capstone project intervention. Write a list of three to fve outcomes for your proposed intervention.
Below each outcome, provide a one or two sentence rationale.
The assignment will be used to develop a written implementation plan.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Professional Capstone and Practicum Refective Journal
Start Date & Time Due Date & Time Points
May 9, 2022, 12:00 AM May 15, 2022, 11:59 PM 0
Students are required to submit weekly refective narratives throughout the course that will culminate in a
fnal, course-long refective journal due in Topic 10. The narratives help students integrate leadership and
inquiry into current practice.
This refection journal also allows students to outline what they have discovered about their professional
practice, personal strengths and weaknesses, and additional resources that could be introduced in a given
situation to infuence optimal outcomes. Each week students should also explain how they met a course
competency or course objective(s).
In each week’s entry, students should refect on the personal knowledge and skills gained throughout the
course. Journal entries should address one or more of the areas stated below. In the Topic 10 graded
submission, each of the areas below should be addressed as part of the summary submission.
1. New practice approaches
2. Interprofessional collaboration
3. Health care delivery and clinical systems
4. Ethical considerations in health care
5. Practices of culturally sensitive care
6. Ensuring the integrity of human dignity in the care of all patients
7. Population health concerns
8. The role of technology in improving health care outcomes
9. Health policy
10. Leadership and economic models
11. Health disparities
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Lopes Activity Tracker
Start Date & Time Due Date & Time Points
May 9, 2022, 12:00 AM May 15, 2022, 11:59 PM 10
Document your clinical practice hours using the Lopes Activity Tracker (LAT) in your student portal. Once you have opened the app, click on the link for your class to record your hours. Clinical practice hours should be documented and submitted within 48 hours of the clinical experience. After the hours have been submitted, the preceptor will verify the hours, which are then reviewed by the faculty.
Download the electronic summary of your practicum experience from the Lopes Activity Tracker. Save the fle and submit it though the assignment dropbox for faculty approval.
This report is to be submitted in every topic.