Develop a PowerPoint Presentation in regards to the issue of Advanced Practice.
Identify a current research problem related to advanced nursing practice that is of interest to you. Include WHY this is a problem. (Limit response to no more than 3 sentences). Develop a research question to provide information about the research problem.
Based on your research question, do you believe it will best be answered by a qualitative or quantitative study ? Support your decision as to why you believe the answers would best be provided by the type of study you have chosen.
Select a middle-range theory and identify the application of nursing theories to your research problem.
Conduct a literature review.
Based on your literature review answer the following questions:
If qualitative,
Identify the purpose of the study.
Briefly, describe the design of the study and explain why you think it is either appropriate or inappropriate to meet the purpose.
Identify ethical issues related to the study and how they were/were not addressed.
Identify the sampling method and recruitment strategy that was used.
Discuss whether sampling and recruitment were appropriate to the aims of the research.
Identify the data collection method(s) and discuss whether the method(s) is/are appropriate to the aims of the study.
Identify how the data was analyzed and discuss whether the method(s) of analysis is/are appropriate to the aims of the study.
Identify four (4) criteria by which the rigor of a qualitative project can be judged.
Discuss the rigor of this study using the four criteria.
Briefly, describe the findings of the study and identify any limitations.
Use the information that you have gained from your critique of the study to discuss the trustworthiness and applicability of the study. Include in your discussion any implications for the discipline of nursing.
If quantitative,
Identify the purpose and design of the study.
Explain what is meant by ‘blinding’ and ‘randomization’ and discuss how these were addressed in the design of the study.
Identify ethical issues related to the study and how they were/were not addressed.
Explain the sampling method and the recruitment strategy was used.
Discuss how the sample size was determined – include in your discussion an explanation of terms used.
Briefly, outline how the data was collected and identify any data collection instrument(s).
Define the terms of validity and reliability, and discuss how the validity & reliability of the instruments were/were not addressed in this study and why this is important.
Outline how the data were analyzed.
Identify the statistics used and the level of measurement of the data described by each statistical test – include in your discussion an explanation of terms used.
Briefly, outline the findings and identify any limitations of the study.
Use the information that you have gained from your critique of the study to briefly discuss the trustworthiness and applicability of the study. Include in your discussion an explanation of the term statistical significance and name the tests of statistical significance used in this study.
Full Answer Section
State your research question clearly. Explain why a quantitative or qualitative approach would be most beneficial in addressing your research question. Consider the type of data you aim to collect and the nature of the inquiry.]
Slide 4
Theoretical Framework
- Middle-Range Theory:
Briefly introduce a middle-range theory relevant to your research problem.
- Application of Theory: Explain how the chosen theory can be applied to understand or guide your research on the identified problem in advanced practice nursing.
Speaker Notes [Introduce a middle-range theory that complements your research question. Explain how the concepts and propositions within the theory can be used to frame your research and analyze the findings.]
Slide 5
Literature Review
- Briefly summarize your findings from the literature review conducted on your chosen research problem.
Speaker Notes [Provide a concise summary of the key points you discovered during your literature review. Briefly discuss existing research on the chosen topic and identify any gaps in knowledge.]
Slide 6 (If Qualitative Study Selected)
Critique of a Qualitative Research Study
- Purpose of the Study: Briefly state the main objective of the qualitative research study you selected for critique.
- Study Design: Describe the design of the research (e.g., phenomenology, grounded theory). Explain why the design is appropriate or inappropriate for the study's purpose.
Speaker Notes [Identify the qualitative research study you selected for critique. Discuss the study's purpose and the chosen research design. Explain the rationale behind the design choice and its suitability for addressing the research question.]
Slide 7 (If Qualitative Study Selected)
Critique of a Qualitative Research Study (Continued)
- Ethical Issues: Identify any ethical considerations raised in the study and how the researchers addressed them. (e.g., informed consent, confidentiality)
Speaker Notes [Discuss the ethical considerations in the chosen qualitative research study. Explain how the researchers ensured informed consent, participant confidentiality, and overall ethical conduct.]
Slide 8 (If Qualitative Study Selected)
Critique of a Qualitative Research Study (Continued)
- Sampling & Recruitment: Briefly describe the sampling method (e.g., purposive sampling) and recruitment strategy used in the study. Discuss the appropriateness of these methods for the research aims.
Sample Answer
Advanced Practice Nursing Research Presentation
Slide 1
Title Slide
- Title: Addressing the Challenge: A Research Exploration in Advanced Practice Nursing
- Subtitle: [Insert your chosen research question here]
- Your Name
- Affiliation (if applicable)
Speaker Notes Welcome everyone. Today, we'll delve into the exciting world of Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) and explore a current research problem that has captured my interest. We'll discuss the "why" behind this issue and formulate a research question to guide our investigation. We'll then explore the research design, data collection methods, analysis techniques, and implications for the nursing profession.
Slide 2
The Challenge: A Research Problem in Advanced Practice Nursing
- Research Problem: Briefly describe the current research problem in Advanced Practice Nursing that interests you.
- Why it Matters: Explain in 2-3 sentences why this is a significant issue for the field of nursing practice and patient care.
Speaker Notes [Provide a clear and concise explanation of the chosen research problem. Highlight the significance of the issue and its impact on advanced practice nurses and patient care delivery.]
Slide 3
Formulating a Research Question
- Research Question: Present your research question based on the research problem you identified.
- Quantitative or Qualitative?: Indicate whether your research question is best suited for a quantitative or qualitative study. Briefly explain your reasoning.