Evidence Based Practice In Nursing Informatics Concepts And Applications

"This book provides relevant theoretical frameworks and empirical research findings in the area of nursing informatics, critiquing fundamental concepts such as evidence based practice and examining possible applications of such concepts in the contemporary context of nursing informatics"--Provided by publisher.

This text on the application of best practices to improve nursing patient care covers the fundamentals of evidence-based practice, identifying research questions and evidence, methods for collecting evidence, evaluation of evidence and decision-making, and evaluating applications.

This book is the ideal student guide to the history of healthcare informatics, current issues, basic informatics concepts, and health information management applications.

Second Edition Designated a Doody’s Core Title! This is a concise, pocket-sized resource for students and practicing nurses alike that delivers the fundamentals of evidence-based practice (EBP) and basic nursing research concepts in an easy-to-read, quick-access format. It demystifies the research process with straightforward information. The third edition is updated to deliver the most current information on research methods, database upgrades, and new resources. The reference serves as a succinct companion for students in EBP courses and provides practicing nurses with a resource for developing EBP on their units. It equips bedside nurses with fundamental concepts and explains basic research terms and how to conduct literature searches to “find the evidence.” The third edition continues to deliver the most practical information on EBP, including how to get the best evidence quickly, using various databases, and coverage of both quantitative and qualitative methods. At-a-glance charts categorize research and abundant examples demonstrate concepts. This classroom-tested book also provides background information on defining the “compelling question,” which is essential to finding the appropriate evidence-based material. New to the Third Edition: Updated with current information on research methods and new resources “Finding the Evidence” chapter completely updated with the latest databases and search engines Includes two new chapters, “The Iowa Model of Evidence-Based Practice to Promote Quality Care” and “Evidence-Based Practice in the Nurse Residency Program” Aligns with projects that are required by many undergraduate programs and residency/internship programs for new nurses Incorporates the Iowa Model of EBP into developing the project format Key Features: Provides step-by-step methods to implement evidence-based practice Includes examples of how hospitals and healthcare providers are integrating EBP into their practice Includes extensive coverage of how EBP can be used to improve patient care, with examples and cases to show readers practical application of content Reviews basic terms and principles Presents quantitative and qualitative research approaches Has been classroom tested and used in both live and online course formats

Doody's Review Service - 5 Stars! Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses: Appraisal and Applications of Research, Second Edition serves as the definitive reference for transitioning research into nursing practice. Ideal for undergraduate research courses or courses on role development, this text provides a fresh approach for teaching nursing research using evidence-based practice. Updated and revised, the Second Edition of Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses includes new articles and a companion website.

Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge covers the history of healthcare informatics, current issues, basic informatics concepts, and health information management applications. The text includes key terms, case studies, best practice examples, critical thinking exercises, and web resources.

Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses: Appraisal and Application of Research, Fifth Edition is an essential resource for teaching students how to translate research into practice.

The Second Edition of this best-selling text has been completely revised and updated with new insights, evidence, and references throughout every chapter. There are two new chapters -- Evidence-Based Regulation and Evidence-Based Leadership -- that expand on concepts and examine the framework of evidence-based management.