Understanding Nursing Research: Building an Evidence-Based Practice

Understanding Nursing Research: Building an Evidence-Based Practice is a comprehensive textbook for nursing research, critical appraisal, and evidence-based practice. It is recognized as a competency in the 2021 AACN Essentials and a key emphasis on the Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination. The 8th edition offers updated content, including current examples of high-quality studies, and a new Research/Evidence-Based Practice Tips boxes. It provides a systematic approach to the research process and critical appraisal skills, covering qualitative and quantitative research. The book is authored by pioneers and practitioners of nursing research, providing authoritative insights into the field. It includes updated Research Examples and Critical Appraisal Guidelines, promoting in-depth learning and application of evidence to clinical practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 544 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Understanding nursing research is crucial for evidence-based nursing practice, as emphasized by the 2021 AACN Essentials and the Next-Generation NCLEX® Examination (NGN). This comprehensive textbook, Understanding Nursing Research: Building an Evidence-Based Practice, is a renowned resource for EBP. In its updated and enhanced 8th edition, readers gain even deeper insights into critical appraisal of published studies, a competency identified in the AACN Essentials and a key focus of the NGN.

Known for its authoritative content, time-tested systematic approach, and unique Research Example format, this bestselling textbook has been revised to include the latest examples of high-quality studies. It also features new Research/Evidence-Based Practice Tips boxes and enhanced use of tables, boxes, and illustrations to enhance learning.

The textbook is organized in a clear and step-by-step manner, introducing the research process and critical appraisal skills, which are essential competencies in the AACN Essentials and a major focus of the NGN. It emphasizes the importance of EBP in developing skills in appraising and applying published studies, demonstrating how evidence can be applied to clinical practice.

The content is written by pioneers and practitioners of nursing research, offering unique and firsthand insights into the field. The book provides a balanced coverage of qualitative and quantitative research, enabling readers to approach published studies with an unbiased view of the researcher's methodology. Updated Research Examples showcase high-quality nursing research and quality improvement studies, demonstrating how to critically appraise the nursing literature. Critical Appraisal Guidelines boxes provide step-by-step guidance in critically appraising the evidence.

By mastering the principles and practices outlined in this textbook, nurses can enhance their knowledge, improve their decision-making, and provide the highest quality care to their patients. Understanding Nursing Research: Building an Evidence-Based Practice is an invaluable resource for nurses at all stages of their careers, whether they are students, practitioners, or educators.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 235 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323826419
Edition number: 8 ed