Topic 5 Issues and trends Flashcards
Research utilization
- The process of systematically integrating the findings of completed nursing research studies into clinical nursing practice.
- The important aspect is using already existing research data and findings to modify nursing practice.
The steps included in using nursing research in practice are _
- Preutilization - identification of a practice problem.
- Assessing - evaluation of published research.
- Planning.
- Implementing.
- Evaluation.
The major function of the National Institute of Nursing Research is to _
Serve as a major source of federal grants to fund nursing research.
One function of the NINR is to establish the _, which is composed of priority topics for nursing research.
National Nursing Research Agenda.
Evidence-based practice (EBP) differs from research utilization in that _
EBP is a systematic method of applying research findings to nursing practice that incorporates many additional sources of data that may contribute to improved nursing care.
APRN title - CRNA
Certified registered nurse anesthetist: RNs with graduate degrees who administer anesthesia to patients in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, dentists, podiatrists, etc.
APRN title - NP
Nurse practitioner: RNs with Master’s or DNP (preferred) preparation, who work in a range of clinical settings and usually specialize in a particular area; they can prescribe medication and work as independent practitioners.
APRN title - CNS
Clinical nurse specialist: RNs with advanced nursing degrees who are experts in a specialized area of clinical practice; they provide primary care and psychotherapy, participate in research and education, etc.
APRN title - CNM
Certified nurse midwife: An RN who has completed additional education to provide well-woman gynecological and low-risk obstetrical care; prescriptive authority in all 50 states.
