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Research and Apply Evidence To Practice Assignment -
The Assessment Benchmark developed for each unit of competency is the evidence criteria used to judge the quality of performance (i.e. the assessment decision-making rules). Assessors must use these benchmarks to make a judgement on whether competency has been achieved and to determine if the participant has performed to the standard expected to meet the unit requirement and learning outcomes. Competency results for each unit are recorded in the Record of Assessment Form.
ASSESSMENT: Written report - Research assignment - 2 topics
This assessment consists of two (2) research topics
- You must complete both topics - if you submit only one topic your assessment will be deemed not satisfactory.
- Each topic asks the same questions.
- You may choose a different topic for assignment 1, but your educator must agree with the topic you have chosen prior to completing the assignment.
Note - This is the topic for whole assignment : CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE AND What is the significance of Pulmonary rehabilitation in improving quality of life for subjects with COPD?
Research Topic 1 - Infection control and prevention
You are a new enrolled nurse working in a clinic located in a remote area. The clinic building is an older structure and lacks the use of clinical and client information, such as posters. It has been identified that many of the staff are efficient in their roles but have some out-of-date ideas in their nursing practice.
The clinic manager has asked you to research the most current information about a specific topic, such as: Infection control
Plan the research activity -
1. In order to complete this assessment, you need to identify TWO (2) areas related to the topic, where research can help support and improve your own practice as an EN. E.g topic: Infection control and prevention (or as agreed with your educator)
2. Identify the reason(s) for undertaking your research from the list below.
- You may select several reasons.
- Provide a brief rationale for each.
E.g reasons: Comparison / hypothesis testing / trend identification / own knowledge extension / strengthen quality of own practice.
3. Write a clear statement highlighting your research question or hypothesis, e.g. "Is there a difference between hand washing protocols and actual practice".
It may include:
- Nursing interventions applicable to the topic
- Client perceptions of the provision of this topic
- Models of nursing care that utilise the topic
- Political issues confronting nursing practice and health care provision in relation to the topic
An example of a question (the student can NOT use this example), would be: Does hand washing among healthcare workers reduce hospital acquired infections?
An example of a hypothesis (the student can NOT use this example), would be: Hospital acquired infections are more likely to be passed on by hand washing with water than when hands are washed with soap.
4. Establish and define the general research objective.
Tips:
- A research objective summarises what is to be achieved by the study.
- Ensure your objective is S.M.A.R.T and relevant, logical, feasible, observable and measurable.
- The objective should be clearly phrased - use verbs, e.g. to assess, to establish, to determine, to compare, etc.
5. Identify ONE (1) other discipline that could be connected to this research activity.
- Briefly explain your choice of discipline.
6. In order to gather information about the research topic, you will need to access credible sources of data and evidence.
- List two (2) sources you intend to use for this assignment.
- Copy the link address of the source and paste it next to the source's name - this will provide the proof to your assessor that you accessed it.
HINT: This is a good time to contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Gather information for your research
7. Evaluate and select a maximum of two (2) methods of gathering information you think would be most appropriate to answer your research question.
- Briefly explain why you have chosen a particular method over another, e.g. more time efficient.
Tips: Methods of gathering include search engine using correct key words, literature reviews, systematic reviews, interviews, surveys, seminars, and surveys.
8. You are now to gather information for your research topic using a systematic approach.
Stages for your information gathering activity
1. Statement of objective - you should have already completed that step
2. Data collection, i.e. a literature search
3. Data evaluation - critiquing articles to include or exclude them from the review.
4. Analysis - comparing, contrasting, challenging & reflecting
5. Presentation of findings
At this stage, select four (4) sources
Please find the hierarchy of evidence, below:
1. Systematic reviews and meta-analysis
2. Randomised controlled trials (RCTs)
3. Cohort studies
4. Case-control studies
5. Cross-sectional surveys
6. Case reports
9. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information.
- Briefly explain why one (1) piece of your information is particularly relevant according to your objectives and your workplace requirements.
10. In order to facilitate your analysis, organise the information you have found.
Tips:
- You may summarise each source of information using key words.
- You may choose to order your articles in chronological order if your focus is to show an evolution of practices.
- You may order your articles following the rules of evidence, i.e. RCT > case report.
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Analyse the information
11. Prioritise information based on the research objectives.
- Using questions 9 and 10 to help you, select only TWO (2) articles that you will keep for the rest of this assignment.
12. Compare and contrast your two (2) sources of information.
- Use the table provided in Appendix A.
- You must complete all the sections.
- Instructions in italics are to be removed.
13. You have now thoroughly analysed the information available to you. Now draw conclusions based on your findings.
14. As your findings may be used to establish evidence-based practice, identify one (1) impact your conclusions may have, in terms of duty of care requirements.
- E.g. in order to do no harm to the clients and prevent disease transmission, all nurses should wear gloves when touching the client.
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Use information in practice
15. Assess one (1) way in which different aspects of information may be used in your workplace.
16. Using and reflecting on what you have learnt from your research
- Identify one area for change in your workplace or current practice.
17. Identify issues that require further research and evaluation.
18. Using one piece of A4 paper or PowerPoint (1 slide) (portrait format), develop a poster or a flyer to address outcomes of research, i.e. select a method to disseminate your findings.
- You will be required to scan it and upload it on Blackboard with this assignment.
- Refer to your learning activities 11 and 12 for more ideas about how to do a poster or a flyer using PowerPoint.
Tips:
- Consider your audience, the time and resources available.
- It is recommended you adopt a flyer or poster style with a mix of text and pictures - do not put in too much information.
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your actions verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Research Topic 2 - Minimising language barrier when communicating with clients
Topic 2 - Background - Read before starting your assignment
You are a new enrolled nurse working in a public hospital located in a big city. A large number of the hospital's clients do not speak English fluently and some of your colleagues find it difficult to communicate with those clients.
In order to improve communication with non-English speakers, your nurse manager has asked you to research ways to minimise language barrier in the workplace and to inform your colleagues about your findings.
Plan the research activity
19. In order to complete this assessment, you need to identify TWO (2) areas related to the topic below where research can help support and improve your own practice as an EN. Topic: Minimising language barrier when communicating with clients
20. Identify the reason(s) for undertaking your research from the list below.
- You may select several reasons.
- Provide a brief rationale for each.
E.g. reasons: Comparison / hypothesis testing / trend identification / own knowledge extension / strengthen quality of own practice.
21. Write a clear statement highlighting your research question or hypothesis.
It may include:
- Nursing interventions applicable to the topic
- Client perceptions of the provision of this topic
- Political issues confronting nursing practice and health care provision in relation to the topic
An example of a question (the student can NOT use this example), would be: Does a ward communication tool is time efficient to communicate with CALD people?
An example of a hypothesis (the student can NOT use this example), would be: CALD clients are less likely to complain about pain than English speaking clients.
22. Establish and define the general research objective.
Tips:
- A research objective summarises what is to be achieved by the study.
- Ensure your objective is S.M.A.R.T and relevant, logical, feasible, observable and measurable.
- The objective should be clearly phrased - use verbs, e.g. to assess, to establish, to determine, to compare, etc.
23. Identify ONE (1) other discipline that could be connected to this research activity.
- Briefly explain your choice of discipline.
24. In order to gather information about the research topic, you will need to access credible sources of data and evidence.
- List two (2) sources you may use for this assignment.
- Copy the link address of the source and paste it next to the source's name - this will provide the proof to your assessor that you accessed it.
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Gather information for your research
25. Evaluate and select a maximum of two (2) methods of gathering information you think would be most appropriate to answer your research question.
- Briefly explain why you have chosen a particular method over another, e.g. more time efficient.
Tips:
Methods of gathering include search engine using correct key words, literature reviews, systematic reviews, interviews, surveys, seminars, and surveys.
26. You are now to gather information for your research topic using a systematic approach.
Stages for your information gathering activity
1. Statement of objective - you should have already completed that step
2. Data collection, i.e. a literature search
3. Data evaluation - critiquing articles to include or exclude them from the review. You may use the appraisal tools developed by JBI to help you.
4. Analysis - comparing, contrasting, challenging & reflecting
5. Presentation of findings
At this stage, select four (4) sources
Please find below the hierarchy of evidence:
1. Systematic reviews and meta-analysis
2. Randomised controlled trials
3. Cohort studies
4. Case-control studies
5. Cross-sectional surveys
6. Case reports
27. Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information.
- Briefly explain why one (1) of your information sources is particularly relevant according to objectives and your workplace requirements.
28. In order to facilitate your analysis, organise the information you have found.
Tips:
- You may summarise each source of information using key words
- You may choose to order your articles by chronological order if your focus is to show an evolution of practices
- You may order your articles following the rules of evidence, i.e. RCT > case report
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Analyse the information
29. Prioritise information based on the research objectives.
- Using questions 9 and 10 to help you, select only TWO (2) articles that you will keep for the rest of this assignment.
30. Compare and contrast your two (2) sources of information.
- Use the table provided in Appendix A.
- You must complete all the sections.
- Instructions in italics are to be removed.
31. You have now thoroughly analysed the information available to you. Now draw conclusions based on your findings.
32. As your findings may be used to establish evidence-based practice, identify one (1) impact your conclusions may have in terms of duty of care requirements.
- E.g. in order to do no harm to the clients and prevent disease transmission, all nurses should wear gloves when touching the client.
Contact your educator and discuss your research topic and verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Use information in practice
33. Assess one (1) way in which different aspects of information may be used in your workplace.
34. Using and reflecting on what you have learnt from your research, identify one area for change in your workplace or current practice.
35. Identify issues that require further research and evaluation.
36. Using one piece of A4 paper or PowerPoint (1 slide) (portrait format), develop a poster or a flyer to address outcomes of research, i.e. select a method to disseminate your findings.
- You will be required to scan it and upload it on Blackboard with this assignment.
- Refer to your learning activities 11 and 12 for more ideas about how to do a poster or a flyer using PowerPoint.
Tips:
- Consider your audience, the time and resources available.
- It is recommended you adopt a flyer or poster style with a mix of text and pictures - do not put too much information.
HINT: Contact your educator and discuss your actions to verbally gain confirmation that you and your partner are still on track.
Attachment:- Research and Apply Evidence Assignment File.rar