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idea that focuses on more general things

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abstract

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are statements that are taken for granted or considered true, even though they have not been scientifically tested

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assumption

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is a term that abstractly describe and names an object, idea, or phenomenon, thus providing it with a separate identity or meaning

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concept

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is more comprehensive than a denotative (or dictionary) definition and includes associated meanings the word may have

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conceptual definition

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broadly explains phenomena of interest, expresses assumptions, and reflects philosophical stance

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conceptual model

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refers to realties or actual instances-it focus on the particular, rather than the general

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concrete

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concept that have very general meanings

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constructs

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declares that a given concept exists or that a given relationship between concepts occurs

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existence statement

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abstract, logical structure of meaning, such as a portion of theory, that guides the development of the study, is tested in the study, and enables the researcher to link the findings to nursing’s body of knowledge

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framework

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rudimentary ideas for the framework of a theory or portions of a theory expressed in an introduction or in a literature review in which linkages among variables found in previous studies are discussed

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implicit framework

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used to graphically to show the interrelationships of the concepts and relational statements

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map or model

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are less abstract and narrower in scope than conceptual models. These types do theories focus on answering particular practice questions and often specify such factors as patients health conditions, family situations, and nursing actions

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middle range theories

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is occurrence or a circumstance that is observed, something that impresses the observers as extraordinary, or a thing that appears to and is constructed by the mind

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phenomenon (phenomena)

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is a specific philosophical view held by a person or group of people

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philosophical stance

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are rational intellectual explorations of truth or principles of being, knowledge, or conduct

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philosophies

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are even more specific than the middle range theories. They are designed to theoretically propose specific approaches to particular nursing practice

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practice theories

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(relational statements) can be expressed at various levels of abstraction

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propositions

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clarifies the type of relationship that exists between or among concepts

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relational statements

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theory that has been repeatedly tested through research with valid and reliable methods of measuring each concept and relational statement

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scientific theories

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express claims that are important to the theory

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statements

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theory recognized within a discipline as useful for explain important phenomena

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substantive theory

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theory that is newly proposed, has had minimal exposure to critique by scholars in the discipline, and had undergone little testing

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tentative theory

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is defined as an integrated set of defined concepts and statements that present a view of a phenomenon and can be used to describe, explain, predict, and control that phenomenon

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theory

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at a concrete level these are narrower in their definitions

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variables

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decision tree that provides a set of rules for solving a particular practice problem. Its development usually is based on research evidence and theoretical knowledge

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algorithms

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produced by the conduct and synthesis of numerous, high-quality studies in a health-related area. The best research evidence is generated in that area of health promotion; illness prevention; and the assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic illnesses

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best research evidence

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patient care guideline that are based on synthesized research findings from meta-analyses, integrative reviews of research, and extensive clinical trials, supported by consensus from recognized national experts, and affirmed but outcomes obtained by clinicians

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evidence-based guidelines

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the conscientious integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise and patients values and needs in the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective health care

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evidence-based practice

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centers established in 1997 to develop evidence reports and technology assessments on topic relevant to clinical, social science/behavioral, economic, and other healthcare organizations and delivery issues-specifically those that are common, expensive, and/ or significant for the Medicare and Medicaid population

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evidence-based practice centers

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in this model, nurses identify a practice problems, search for the best research evidence to manage the problem in their practice, and use an evidence-based guideline to manage the problem

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groves model for implementing evidence-based guidelines in practice

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review conducted to identify, analyze, and synthesize the result from independent studies to determine the current knowledge (what is known and not known) in a particular area

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integrative review of research

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provides direction for the development of EBP in a clinical agency. In a healthcare system, there are triggers that initiate the need for change and the focus should always be to make changes based on the best research evidence

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Iowa model of evidence-based practice

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performing statically analyses to integrate and synthesize findings from completed studies to determine what is known and not known about a particular research area

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meta-analysis

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format used to formulate a relevant clinical question for a systematic review. Elements include: Population of participants of interest; Intervention needed for practice; Comparisons of interventions to determine the best for practice; and Outcomes needed for practice

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PICO format

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process and product of systematically reviewing and formally integrating the findings from qualitative studies

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qualitative research synthesis

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is the synthesis or summing of the findings across qualitative reports to determine the current knowledge in an area

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qualitative meta summary

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provides a fully integrated, novel description or explanation of a target event or experience verses a summary view of that event or experience

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qualitative meta synthesis

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document providing clearly developed steps for implementing a treatment or intervention in practice that is based on findings from studies

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research-based protocols

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an initial model for research utilization in nursing to promote evidence-based practice for nursing. Provides a comprehensive framework to enhance the use of research evidence by nurses to falicate and EBP

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stetler model research utilization to facilitate

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involves determining the purpose, focus, and potential outcomes of making and evidence based change in a clinical agency

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phase 1 preparation

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the research reports are critically appraised to determine their scientific soundness

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phase 2 validation

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includes 4 parts: (1) substanation of the evidence (2) fit of the evidence with the healthcare setting (3) feasibility of using research finding and (4) concerns with concurrent practice

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phase 3 comparative evaluation

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Happens in phase III, three decisions are possible (1) to use the research evidence (2) to consider using the evidence, and (3) to not use the research evidence

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decision-making

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involves planning for and actual use of the research in evidence practice

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phase 4 translation/application

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is to evaluate the impact of the research-based change of the healthcare agency, personnel and patients

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phase 5 evaluation

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structured, comprehensive synthesis of quantitative and outcomes studies in a particular healthcare area to determine the best research evidence available for expert clinicians to use to promote evidence-based practice

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systematic review

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evolving concept that is defined by the NIH as the translation of basic scientific discoveries into practical applications

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translation research

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a third dimension of the examination of the quality of care

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cost

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concept including many aspects, including physical-physiological function, psychological function, and social function

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health

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important scientific methodology that was developed to examine the end results of patient care. The stragieties used in outcome research are departures form the tradional scientific endeavors and incorporated evaluation research, epidemiology, and economic theory perspectives

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outcome research

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expenses incurred by the patient or family or both that are not reimbursable by the insurance company

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out of pocket costs

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is the major concept of Donabedian’s Theory of Quality Health Care, although he never defines this concept

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quality

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a norm on which quality of care is judged

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standard of care

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the elements of organization and administration that guide the process of care

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structure of care

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