Quiz 1 Flashcards
Strongest empirical knowledge available generated from the synthesis of quality study findings to address a practice problem
Best Research Evidence
Rigorous explicit clinical guidelines developed based on the best research evidence available in that area
Evidence-based guidelines
Careful examination of all aspects of a study to judge its strengths, limitations, credibility, meaning, & significance
Critical appraisal of Research
Structured, comprehensive synthesis of quantitative & outcomes studies and meta-analysis in a particular healthcare area to determine the best research evidence available for expert clinicians to use to promote EBP
Systematic Review
Synthesis or pooling of the results from several previous studies using statistical analysis to determine the effect of an intervention/strength of relationships that provides one of the strongest levels of evidence for practice.
Meta-Analysis
Systematic synthesis of the findings from independent studies conducted with variety of methods (quantitative, qualitative, & mixed-methods) to determine the current knowledge in an area.
Mixed-methods systematic review)
Systematic compiling & integration of qualitative studies to expand understanding & develop a unique interpretation of the studies’ findings in a selected area
Meta-Synthesis
Knowledge generated from research that clarifies relationships among variables
Explanation
Important scientific methodology that was developed to examine the results of patient care
Outcomes Research
Knowledge generated from research that enables one to estimate the probability of a specific outcome in a given situation
Prediction
An initiative that is focused on assisting students to develop the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) for each of the competencies for quality, safe pre-licensure education
Quality & Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN)
Learning by initiating the behaviors of an expert & the process of teaching less-experienced professionals by demonstrating model behaviors
Role Modeling
The appropriation & use of knowledge from other fields/disciplines to guide nursing practice
Borrowing
Conscientious integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise & patient values & needs in the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective health care
Evidence-Based Practice
Knowledge & skills of the healthcare professional providing care; determined for a nurse by years of clinical experience, current knowledge of the research & clinical literature; & educational preparation
Clinical Expertise
