Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses: Appraisal and Applications of Research serves as the definitive reference for transitioning research into nursing practice. Perfect for undergraduate research courses or courses on role development, this text provides a fresh approach for teaching nursing research using evidence-based practice. 

Each Chapter Includes:

• Learning Objectives
• Key Terms
• Test Your Knowledge
• Critical Thinking boxes
• Case Examples
• Rapid Review
• Apply What You Have Learned

Acknowledgments

Dedication

Unit 1 – Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice

Chapter 1: What is Evidence-Based Practice?

Chapter 2: Using Evidence through Collaboration to Promote Excellence in Nursing Practice

Unit 2 – Acquisition of Knowledge

Chapter 3: Identifying Research Questions

Chapter 4: Finding Sources of Evidence

Chapter 5: Linking Theory, Research, and Practice

Unit 3 - Persuasion

Chapter 6: Quantitative Designs: Using Numbers to Provide Evidence

Chapter 7: Qualitative Designs: Using Words to Provide Evidence

Chapter 8: Collecting Evidence

Chapter 9: Using Samples to Provide Evidence

Chapter 10: Other Sources of Evidence

Unit 4 – Decision

Chapter 11: What does the Quantitative Data Mean?

Chapter 12: What does the Qualitative Data Mean?

Chapter 13: Weighing in on Evidence

Unit 5 – Implementation

Chapter 14: Transitioning Evidence to Practice

Chapter 15: Developing Oneself as an Innovator

Unit 6 - Confirmation

Chapter 16: Evaluating Outcomes of Innovation

Chapter 17: Sharing the Insights with Others

Nola A. Schmidt, PhD, RN, Associate Professor of Nursing, Valparasio University, Janet M. Brown, PhD, RN, Valparaiso University