Do you find research difficult to read? Do you struggle to get to grips with a research paper? Understanding, critiquing and using research is a key requirement of students studying nursing and healthcare. This book will equip you with the skills you need to understand research and use it in your practice and academic assignments. The approach used in this book is unique: each chapter focuses on a published research paper - one you might be asked to read for a seminar or include in your academic work. In clear, straightforward language, the authors take you through each paper step by step, using it as a basis for exploring the underpinning research method or design, and how it has been reported. Key features: * Focusses on a different research paper in each chapter * Identifies the main skills you need for your course: understanding research methods and critiquing articles * Written specifically for nursing and healthcare students by experienced nursing and health care lecturers * Develops your confidence in understanding research by helping you to apply your knowledge to real research papers.
As a trainee nursing associate, it is essential to understand what it means to be a registered professional and your role within the interdisciplinary team. This book will help you to develop your professional identity and give you the skills and knowledge to become a valued team member. Covering important topics such as understanding your responsibilities as a registered professional and how to be heard in difficult situations, this guide will enable you to become a confident, successful team player. Key features: * Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018) * Case studies and activities illustrate theory in different practice settings across all fields of nursing * Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.
As a trainee nursing associate, it is essential to understand what it means to be a registered professional and your role within the interdisciplinary team. This book will help you to develop your professional identity and give you the skills and knowledge to become a valued team member. Covering important topics such as understanding your responsibilities as a registered professional and how to be heard in difficult situations, this guide will enable you to become a confident, successful team player. Key features: * Fully mapped to the NMC standards of proficiency for nursing associates (2018) * Case studies and activities illustrate theory in different practice settings across all fields of nursing * Written specifically to address the unique experiences, challenges and requirements of the nursing associate role ABOUT THE SERIES: The Understanding Nursing Associate Practice series (UNAP) is a new collection of books uniquely designed to support trainee nursing associates throughout their training and into a professional career.
Evidence-based practice is central to safe, high-quality and effective nursing. However, learning how to critique evidence and apply it to practice can be challenging at first. Written in clear, student-friendly language, this book builds your understanding of the terminology, theory and practice of using evidence. Learn how to evaluate different sources of evidence, apply this to your clinical decision making and, ultimately, contribute to an evidence-based culture in your workplace. Key features o Each chapter is mapped to the new 2018 NMC standards, showing how what you have learned relates to the requirements of a registered nurse o Filled with activities and student case studies to help you understand how to identify, evaluate and implement evidence-based practice o Promotes an evidence-based culture in all aspects of nursing practice, supporting your professional identity and development
This long-standing textbook provides a clear overview of evidence-based practice. It explores the basic prinicples of knowledge, evidence and decision making and guides students through the process of crtitquing and using evidence in their day-to-day practice. The 5th edition has been updated to reflect contemporary approaches, drawing from lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and includes a new chapter explaining the difference between evaluation, audit and research. Additional features: case studies, activities and end of chapter crossword puzzles help students consolidate their understanding provides a collection of practical appraisal tools and templates to use when reviewing differnet sources of research extensive glossary providing clear definitions of key terminology
This long-standing textbook provides a clear overview of evidence-based practice. It explores the basic prinicples of knowledge, evidence and decision making and guides students through the process of crtitquing and using evidence in their day-to-day practice. The 5th edition has been updated to reflect contemporary approaches, drawing from lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and includes a new chapter explaining the difference between evaluation, audit and research. Additional features: case studies, activities and end of chapter crossword puzzles help students consolidate their understanding provides a collection of practical appraisal tools and templates to use when reviewing differnet sources of research extensive glossary providing clear definitions of key terminology
Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice. Key features o Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse o Straightforward language and a step-by-step approach introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process o Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and practice
Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice. Key features o Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse o Straightforward language and a step-by-step approach introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process o Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and practice
Delivering holistic, person-centred care is at the heart of the nursing role. This book will develop your understanding of what person-centred care actually means and how to apply it to assessment and the planning, delivery and management of care, enhancing all aspects of your practice. Key features * Each chapter is mapped to the NMC Standards (2018) * Two parts take you from the underpinning theory and philosophy through to practical application and person-centred care in action. * Case studies and activities encourage you to reflect on your own experiences and how the themes of person-centred care are applied in practice.