25 Aug Examine the sources of knowledge that contribute to professional nursing practice. (PO 7)
Create a 2-3 page scholarly paper which supports the topic question you selected. Search for a current research article (less than 5 years) to support the topic question selected. The 2-3 page limit does not include title and reference pages.
Requirements: 2-3 pages not including title page or reference page
Purpose
NR449 Evidence-Based Practice
Skills Module: Nutrition
To encourage critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration through the use of evidence-based practice studies.
Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes. CO 1: Examine the sources of knowledge that contribute to professional nursing practice. (PO 7)
CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (POs 4 and 8) CO 3: Identify ethical issues common to research involving human subjects. (PO 6)
CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. (POs 4 and 8)
CO 5: Recognize the role of research findings in evidence-based practice. (POs 7 and 8)
Due date: Your faculty member will inform you when this assignment is due. The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment.
Total points possible: 100 points
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
Computer with internet access.
Recommend using Firefox browser and clearing your cookies and cache if you are accessing ATI on laptop or desktop computer.
Log into ATI, “My ATI”, and select the “Apply” tab. Click on Skills Module 3.0 and title “Nutrition.” Click on
the “Begin Lesson” tab. Open the “Evidence-Based Research” tab on the left side.
There is one (1) study under the Evidence-Based Practice tab. You may review the entire module, but this is not a priority for this assignment. Other main topics and accompanying studies are listed in the table below.
Choose one of the main topics from the table and then choose one (1) article for review under that main topic.
Read the article chosen from the table below and answer one (1) of the topic questions listed.
What methods can be used to assess nutritional status?
What methods can be used to identify those at risk for malnutrition?
What specific health conditions increase the risk of malnutrition?
What associations exist between nutritional status and health outcomes?
What type of interventions improve adherence to recommendations on nutritional intake?
Create a 2-3 page scholarly paper which supports the topic question you selected. Search for a current research article (less than 5 years) to support the topic question selected. The 2-3 page limit does not include title and reference pages.
6. The paper must include the following headings (see rubric for criteria under each heading):
Introduction and Key Points (5 Points)
Choose one of the assigned articles located under the main topics in the table above; selects and identifies one of the questions listed in 5a. – 5e.
Defines the topic and question
States why it is a problem
Information presented in logical sequence
Article Search (5 Points)
Conduct an article search – a good resource is the Chamberlain Library. If you start the assignment early, the library has resources/support to help find an appropriate article.
The article must be current (less than 5 years) and from a credible resource (peer-reviewed or a reputable organization).
List the database that you searched and list the terms and methods used
Number of articles located – this is the number of articles that showed up in the results list for the terms you used
Source outside of ATI module used – the article used cannot be the one that is listed in the ATI Nutrition Module
Article Findings (25 Points) – this is based on the article you found in 6(b)
How it addresses the main topic
Type of research conducted in the article selected (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, etc.)
Findings of research conducted in the article
Why this article was chosen
Evidence for Practice (25 Points)
Summary of evidence
How it will improve practice
How this evidence will decrease a gap to practice
Any concerns or weaknesses located in the evidence
Sharing of Evidence (20 Points)
Who would you share the information with?
How would you share this information?
What resources would you need to accomplish this sharing of evidence?
Why would it be important to share this evidence with the nursing profession?
Conclusion (5 Points)
Summarizes the theme of the paper
Information presented in logical sequence
All key points addressed
Conclusion shows depth of understanding of topic
APA Style (10 Points)
APA style used properly for citations
APA style used properly for references
APA style used properly for quotations
All references are cited, and all citations have references
*NOTE: Must adhere to current APA guidelines and formatting.
Writing Mechanics (5 Points)
No spelling errors
No grammatical errors, including verb tense and word usage
No writing errors, including sentence structure, and formatting
Must be all original work
Your instructor will provide guidance on the best way to submit this assignment.
For writing assistance visit the Academic Support -> Writing Center
Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned in the review module.
Grading Rubric Criteria are met when the student’s application of knowledge demonstrates achievement of the required criteria for this assignment.
