When you say that mixed research methods can be used together to offset the weaknesses of the individual methods, what exactly does that mean? Can you expand on that?
#1 Mixed methods research takes advantage of using multiple ways to explore a research problem. Basic characteristics of mixed method research includes: · Design can be based on either or both perspectives. · Research problems can become research questions and/or hypotheses based on prior literature, knowledge, experience, or the research process. · Sample sizes vary […]
Conduct a literature search to locate research articles focused on your selected practice problem of interest
The first step of the EBP process is to develop a question from the nursing practice problem of interest. Select a practice problem of interest to use as the focus of your research. Start with the patient and identify the clinical problems or issues that arise from clinical care. Following the PICOT format, write a […]
What systems are currently being utilized at your organization?
For this week’s assignment you will be taking an inventory of the information systems in your organization. To complete the assignment, you might need to contact other departments. Based on what you have learned so far in this course, create a 15-20 slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses each of the following points/questions. Be sure to […]
Describe your target audience, and explain which method of dissemination you would use as well as the organization or journal you would choose for sharing findings related to your Practicum Project.
Dissemination of Scholarship Related to the Practicum Project According to Freemantle and Watt (1994), “effective dissemination encompasses more than just the distribution and diffusion of information. It involves the processes by which target groups become aware of, receive, accept and utilize information.” (p. 133). Think about your Practicum Project. Which groups would find your project […]