+1 862 207 3288 Professional Capstone Project
Details The capstone project is a culmination of the learning experiences while a student in the nursing program at Grand Canyon University’s College of Nursing. The student will prepare a written proposal for a project whose focus is the resolution of an issue or problem significant to professional nursing practice. The proposal includes a problem description, resolution, implementation plans, evaluation plans, and proposed dissemination of findings. The professional capstone project proposal needs to reflect synthesis and integration of course content and professional practice. The capstone project is guided by the baccalaureate program student learner outcomes.
Credit Hours 3.0
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Course Add-Ons Additional Material1. RefWorks
Review “RefWorks.”
1 NRS441v.10.0R RefWorks.docx
2. Capstone Project Copyright and Distribution Consent FormNRS441V.11.0_Capstone_Consent_Form.docx
3. Table of EvidenceNRS441V.R.Table of Evidence_1_27_14.docx
4. Capstone Review FormNRS441V.R.CapstoneReviewForm_1-27-14.docx
5. NRS-441v Printable SyllabusNRS-441V-S-LCS.pdfTopics
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Duration: Topic 1: Identifying a Problem, Developing a Question, and Selecting Sources of Literature
Description:
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by CCNE and AACN using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nursing students engage in learning within the context of their hospital organization, their specific care discipline, and their local communities.
The learning activities and corresponding assignments in this course require students to collaborate with health care leaders, fellow colleagues, and the local community to address a clinical practice problem, organizational issue, or educational need.
Objectives:
Examine the clinical practice setting for problems, issues, and opportunities to improve patient care.
Evaluate a problem or issue and its significance to nursing.
Identify evidence-based solutions that address patient-care quality problems or issues.
Develop a searchable question using PICOT format.
Topic Material:
Lecture Note1. NRS-441V Lecture 1
Read Lecture 1.
NRS-441V Lecture 1
Electronic Resource1. Evaluating Web Page Content
View “Evaluating Websites,” located on the Grand Canyon University website.
This tutorial will explain how to evaluate websites for content that you can trust.
http://tutorials.gcumedia.com/evaluatingWebTutorial/interactiveIndex.html
2. Nursing & Health Sciences Research Guides
View “Nursing & Health Sciences Research Guides,” located on the Grand Canyon University website.
This is a discipline-specific research guide to assist you with your research.
http://libguides.gcu.edu/Nursing
3. Optional: Webinar Sign Up
Review the webinar information under GCU Library Nursing and Health Sciences Resources, located on the “Webinar Sign Up” page on the Grand Canyon University website. Webinar participation is optional.
http://libguides.gcu.edu/webinars
4. Asking a Good Question PICO
Read “Asking a Good Question (PICO),” located on the University of Southern California website.
http://www.usc.edu/hsc/ebnet/ebframe/PICO.htm#P#P
5. Capstone: Planning Your Project
Review the media piece to complete the assignment in this module.
http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs441v_capstone.php
6. Asking Focused Questions
Read “Asking Focused Questions,” located on Centre for Evidence Based Medicine website.
http://www.cebm.net/asking-focused-questions/
7. Evidence-Based Decision Making Links
Explore “Evidence-Based Decision Making Links,” located on University of Southern California website.
http://www.usc.edu/hsc/ebnet/ebframe/basicslinks.htm#P
8. Science of Improvement Steps in the PDSA Cycle
Read “Science of Improvement: Steps in the PDSA Cycle,” located on the Institute for Healthcare Improvement website.
http://www.ihi.org/knowledge/Pages/HowtoImprove/ScienceofImprovementTestingChanges.aspx
9. Library Tutorial
View the “Library Tutorial,” located in the GCU Library.
This tutorial will explain accessing and navigating the GCU Library website.
http://tutorials.gcumedia.com/mediaElement/library-walk-through-tutorial/library-walk-through-tutorial-v1.1.php
e-Library Resource1. How Systematic Reviews Can Foster Evidence-Based Clinical Decisions
Read “How Systematic Reviews Can Foster Evidence-Based Clinical Decisions,” by Fineout-Overholt, O’Mathúna, and Kent, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2008).
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2. Evidence Based Practice, Step by Step: Igniting a Spirit of Inquiry An Essential Foundation for Evidence Based Practice
Read “Evidence-Based Practice, Step by Step: Igniting a Spirit of Inquiry: An Essential Foundation for Evidence-Based Practice,” by Melnyk, Fineout-Overholt, Stillwell, and Williamson, from American Journal of Nursing (2009).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://gateway.ovid.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&CSC=Y&NEWS=N&PAGE=fulltext&AN=00000446-200911000-00028&LSLINK=80&D=ovft
3. Integrating Evidence Based Practice Into RN to BSN Clinical Nursing Education
Read “Integrating Evidence-Based Practice Into RN-to-BSN Clinical Nursing Education,” by Oh et al., from Journal of Nursing Education (2010).
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4. Evidence-Based Practice, Step by Step: Asking the Clinical Question: A Key Step in Evidence-Based Practice
Read “Evidence-Based Practice, Step by Step: Asking the Clinical Question: A Key Step in Evidence-Based Practice,” by Stillwell and Fineout-Overholt, from American Journal of Nursing (2010).
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5. What is Your Research Question? An Introduction to the PICOT Format for Clinicians
Read “What Is Your Research Question? An Introduction to the PICOT Format for Clinicians,” by Riva, Malik, Burnie, Endicott, and Busse, from Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association (2012).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://www-ncbi-nlm-nih-gov.lopes.idm.oclc.org/pmc/articles/PMC3430448/
Additional Material1. Topic 1: Checklist
Review the “Topic 1: Checklist.”
2 NRS 441v.11R.Module1_Checklist.doc
2. Developing a Question
Review “Developing a Question.”
3 NRS 441v.v10.0RDeveloping a Question.docx
3. RefWorks
Review “RefWorks” to complete an assignment in this topic.
1 NRS441v.10.0R RefWorks.docx
Gradable Items Details Points Possible
Assignments Identifying a Problem
Prepare for the capstone project by listening to the audio interview, “Capstone: Planning Your Project”.
Preview and utilize the “Topic 1 Checklist.” This resource will assist you in organizing your work and will provide additional information regarding the assignment.
Consider the clinical environment in which you are currently working or have recently worked. Collaborate with a leader or educator in the clinical environment to identify a problem, issue, or educational deficit upon which to build a proposal for change.
In a paper of no more than 800 words, describe the nature of the problem, issue, or educational deficit. Include the following in your discussion:
The setting and/or context in which the problem, issue, or educational deficit can be observed.
Detailed description of the problem, issue, or educational deficit.
Impact of the problem, issue, or educational deficit on the work environment, the quality of care provided by staff, and patient outcomes.
Gravity of the problem, issue, or educational deficit and its significance to nursing.
Proposed solution to address the problem, issue, or educational deficit.
Prepare for the capstone project by listening to the audio interview, “Capstone: Planning Your Project”, located at http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs441v_capstone.php.
Review “Topic 1: Checklist.” This resource will assist you in organizing your work and will provide additional information regarding the assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. 40.0
Developing a Question – PICOT
Develop a searchable question using the PICOT format. (The question is a single statement identifying the components of PICOT.)
Refer to “Developing a Question” and “Topic 1: Checklist.” 40.0
Selecting Sources of Literature
Locate a minimum of 15 peer-reviewed articles that describe the problem or issue and that support the proposed solution. Eight of the 15 articles must be research-based (e.g., a study which is qualitative, quantitative, descriptive, or longitudinal).
Hint: Begin your search for literature by utilizing the databases located in the GCU Library. Contact your faculty member, the librarian, or library staff for additional researching tips and key word suggestions.
Preview each of the 15 articles chosen by reading the article abstracts and summaries.
Hint: Article abstracts and summaries provide a concise description of the topic, research outcomes, and significance of findings.
Hint: Refer to “RefWorks” and “Topic 1: Checklist.”
Perform a rapid appraisal of each article by answering the following questions (one to two sentences are sufficient to answer each question):
How does each article describe the nature of the problem, issue, or deficit you have identified?
Does each article provide statistical information to demonstrate the gravity of the issue, problem, or deficit?
What are example(s) of morbidity, mortality, and rate of incidence or rate of occurrence in the general population?
Does each article support your proposed change?
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. 100.0
Discussion Questions Topic 1 DQ 2
Describe two techniques that you can apply to narrow or broaden a search. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. Which approach will improve the effectiveness of your searches? 5.0
Topic 1 DQ 1
Enter key words for your topic (from this module’s assignment) into the CINAHL database. Explore the results yielded by your search. Examine the various options and tools available on the results page to further refine your search. Discuss how you used this information to locate the most relevant information for your assignment. 5.0
Participation 20.0
Duration: 7 days Topic 2: Reviewing the Literature and Applying Theory
Description:
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by CCNE and AACN using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nursing students engage in learning within the context of their hospital organization, their specific care discipline, and their local communities.
The learning activities and corresponding assignments in this course require students to collaborate with health care leaders, fellow colleagues, and the local community to address a clinical practice problem, organizational issue, or educational need.
Objectives:
Analyze and evaluate the quality of the evidence-based literature.
Identify strategies for logistical implementation of the proposed solution.
Outline an implementation plan using a change or nursing conceptual framework.
Topic Material:
Lecture Note1. NRS-441V Lecture 2
Read Lecture 2.
NRS-441V Lecture 2
Electronic Resource1. Nursing Theories
Study “Nursing Theories,” located on the Current Nursing website. Familiarize yourself with the listed research theories.
http://currentnursing.com/nursing_theory/
2. Theories and Models Frequently Used in Health Promotion
Study “Theories and Models Frequently Used in Health Promotion.” Familiarize yourself with the listed models.
http://www.rchf.org/news/pdf/theories-and-models-frequently-used-in-health-promotion.pdf
3. Learning Theories
Study “Learning Theories,” located on the emTech Consulting website. Familiarize yourself with the listed learning theories.
http://www.emtech.net/learning_theories.htm
e-Library Resource1. Evidence Based Practice Step by Step Critical Appraisal of the Evidence Part I
Read “Evidence-Based Practice Step by Step: Critical Appraisal of the Evidence: Part I,” by Fineout-Overholt, Melnyk, Stillwell, and Williamson, from American Journal of Nursing (2010).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://gateway.ovid.com/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&CSC=Y&NEWS=N&PAGE=fulltext&AN=00000446-201007000-00026&LSLINK=80&D=ovft
2. Using Meta Synthesis to Facilitate Evidence-Based Practice
Read “Using Meta-Synthesis to Facilitate Evidence-Based Practice,” by Kent and Fineout-Overholt, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2008).
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3. Rapid Critical Appraisal of Randomized Controlled Trials An Essential Skill for Evidence Based Practice
Read “Rapid Critical Appraisal of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs): An Essential Skill for Evidence-Based Practice (EBP),” by Melnyk and Fineout-Overholt, from Pediatric Nursing (2005).
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4. Research Methods in Evidence-Based Practice: Understanding the Evidence
Read “Research Methods in Evidence-Based Practice: Understanding the Evidence,” by Reinhardt, from Generations (2010).
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5. Resources for Critically Appraising Qualitative Research Evidence for Nursing Practice Clinical Question
Read “Resources for Critically Appraising Qualitative Research Evidence for Nursing Practice Clinical Question,” by Duffy, from Clinical Nurse Specialist (2005).
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Additional Material1. Topic 2: Checklist
Review the “Topic 2: Checklist.”
3 NRS 441v.11R.Module 2_Checklist.doc
2. Sample Format for Review of Literature
Review the “Sample Format for Review of Literature.”
4 NRS 441v.10R.Sample_Format_for_Review_of_Literature.docx
3. RefWorks
Review “RefWorks” to complete an assignment in this topic.
1 NRS441v.10.0R RefWorks.docx
Gradable Items Details Points Possible
Assignments Review of the Literature
Write a paper (1,500-2,000 words) in which you analyze and appraise each of the (15) articles identified in Topic 1. Pay particular attention to evidence that supports the problem, issue, or deficit, and your proposed solution.
Hint: The Topic 2 readings provide appraisal questions that will assist you to efficiently and effectively analyze each article.
Refer to “Sample Format for Review of Literature,””RefWorks,” and “Topic 2: Checklist.”
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. 100.0
Incorporating Theory
Identify a theory that can be used to support your proposed solution.
Write a summary (250-500 words) in which you:
Describe the theory and your rationale for selecting the theory.
Discuss how the theory works to support your proposed solution.
Explain how you will incorporate the theory into your project.
Refer to the “Topic 2: Checklist.”
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. 40.0
Discussion Questions Topic 2 DQ 2
The article “Evidence-Based Practice Step by Step: Critical Appraisal of the Evidence: Part I” provides a critical appraisal guide for appraising quantitative studies. Select one quantitative study from the research articles you have identified for your project.
Using the quantitative study you have selected, answer three of the questions listed in the critical appraisal guide in the above article. 5.0
Topic 2 DQ 1
Read “Evidence-based Practice Step by Step: Critical Appraisal of the Evidence: Part I,” and answer the questions in this topic:
What is the purpose of critical appraisal?
Discuss how you would perform critical appraisal of articles selected for your topic. 5.0
Participation 20.0
Duration: 7 days Topic 3: Developing an Implementation Plan
Description:
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by CCNE and AACN using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nursing students engage in learning within the context of their hospital organization, their specific care discipline, and their local communities.
The learning activities and corresponding assignments in this course require students to collaborate with health care leaders, fellow colleagues, and the local community to address a clinical practice problem, organizational issue, or educational need.
Objectives:
Identify objectives, strategy, and measurable outcomes.
Identify steps needed to implement each strategy.
Determine the resources needed to develop and implement the plan.
Describe methods for obtaining necessary support from key contributors.
Create a plan to evaluate the effectiveness of the project.
Topic Material:
Lecture Note1. NRS-441V Lecture 3
Read Lecture 3.
NRS-441V Lecture 3
Electronic Resource1. A Selection of Statistical Process Control Tools Used in Monitoring Health Care Performance
Read “A Selection of Statistical Process Control Tools Used in Monitoring Health Care Performance,” by Schmaltz, located on the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality website.
http://qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/expert/expert-commentary.aspx?id=16454
2. An Integrated Approach to Developing Health Care Guidelines and Measures
Read “An Integrated Approach to Developing Health Care Guidelines and Measures,” by Vinz, Foreman, and Cummings, located on the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality website.
http://qualitymeasures.ahrq.gov/expert/expert-commentary.aspx?id=23790
e-Library Resource1. Evidence Based Practice Priorities and Implementation Strategies
Read “Evidence-Based Practice: Priorities and Implementation Strategies,” by Ahrens, from AACN Clinical Issues: Advanced Practice in Acute and Critical Care (2005).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://gateway.ovid.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/ovidweb.cgi?T=JS&CSC=Y&NEWS=N&PAGE=fulltext&AN=00044067-200501000-00005&LSLINK=80&D=ovft
2. Teaching EBP Through Problem Based Learning
Read “Teaching EBP Through Problem-Based Learning,” by Fineout-Overholt, Stillwell, and Kent, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2008).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=2010143838&site=ehost-live&scope=site
3. Inside Looking In or Inside Looking Out How Leaders Shape Cultures Equipped for Evidence Based Practice
Read “‘Inside Looking In’ or ‘Inside Looking Out’? How Leaders Shape Cultures Equipped for Evidence-Based Practice,” by Halm, from American Journal of Critical Care (2010).
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4. Getting Evidence Into Practice and Understanding Knowledge Translation to Achieve Practice Change
Read “Getting Evidence Into Practice–Understanding Knowledge Translation to Achieve Practice Change,” by Kent, Hutchinson, and Fineout-Overholt, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2009).
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Additional Material1. Topic 3: Checklist
Review the “Topic 3: Checklist.”
5 NRS 441v.11R.Module 3_Checklist.doc
Gradable Items Details Points Possible
Assignments Developing an Implementation Plan
Consider the population in which the solution is intended, the staff that will participate, and the key contributors that must provide approval and/or support for your project to be implemented. These stakeholders are considered your audience.
Develop an implementation plan (1,500-2,000 words) using the “Topic 3: Checklist” resource. The elements that should be included in your plan are listed below:
Method of obtaining necessary approval(s) and securing support from your organization’s leadership and fellow staff.
Description of current problem, issue, or deficit requiring a change. Hint: If you are proposing a change in current policy, process, or procedure(s) when delivering patient care, describe first the current policy, process, or procedure as a baseline for comparison.
Detailed explanation of proposed solution (new policy, process, procedure, or education to address the problem/deficit).
Rationale for selecting proposed solution.
Evidence from your Review of Literature in Topic 2 to support your proposed solution and reason for change.
Description of implementation logistics (When and how will the change be integrated into the current organizational structure, culture, and workflow? Who will be responsible for initiating the change, educating staff, and overseeing the implementation process?)
Resources required for implementation: staff; educational materials (pamphlets, handouts, posters, and PowerPoint presentations); assessment tools (questionnaires, surveys, pre- and post-tests to assess knowledge of participants at baseline and after intervention); technology (technology or software needs); funds (cost of educating staff, printing or producing educational materials, gathering and analyzing data before, during, and following implementation), and staff to initiate, oversee, and evaluate change.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. 150.0
Discussion Questions Topic 3 DQ 2
Discuss the rationale for an evaluation tool for any evidence-based change project. 5.0
Topic 3 DQ 1
Describe the elements of a successful implementation plan. Discuss how you would insure these elements were communicated to the key stakeholder for the implementation plan. 5.0
Participation 20.0
Duration: 7 days Topic 4: Developing an Evaluation Plan and Disseminating Results
Description:
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by CCNE and AACN using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nursing students engage in learning within the context of their hospital organization, their specific care discipline, and their local communities.
The learning activities and corresponding assignments in this course require students to collaborate with health care leaders, fellow colleagues, and the local community to address a clinical practice problem, organizational issue, or educational need.
Objectives:
Identify methods to evaluate the proposed solution.
Describe variables to be assessed when evaluating project outcomes.
Develop tools to evaluate project outcomes.
Summarize plans for disseminating evidence.
Topic Material:
Lecture Note1. NRS-441V Lecture 4
Read Lecture 4.
NRS-441V Lecture 4
Electronic Resource1. EBSCO Nursing Reference Center
Explore the EBSCO Nursing Reference Center website. In particular, familiarize yourself with what this resource offers.
http://www.ebscohost.com/nursing/products/nursing-reference-center
e-Library Resource1. Evaluation: An Essential Step to the EBP Process
Read “Evaluation: An Essential Step to the EBP Process,” by Fineout-Overholt and Johnston, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2007).
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2. Dissemination of Evidence Into Practice Opportunities and Threats
Read “Dissemination of Evidence Into Practice: Opportunities and Threats,” by Walsh, from Primary Health Care (2010).
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Additional Material1. Topic 4: Checklist
Review the “Topic 4: Checklist.”
6 NRS 441v.11R.Module 4_Checklist.doc
Gradable Items Details Points Possible
Assignments Developing an Evaluation Plan
Using 800-1,000 words, discuss methods to evaluate the effectiveness of your proposed solution and variables to be assessed when evaluating project outcomes.
Example: If you are proposing a new staffing matrix that is intended to reduce nurse turnover, improve nursing staff satisfaction, and positively impact overall delivery of care, you may decide the following methods and variables are necessary to evaluate the effectiveness of your proposed solution:
Methods:
Survey of staff attitudes and contributors to job satisfaction and dissatisfaction before and after initiating change.
Obtain turnover rates before and after initiating change.
Compare patient discharge surveys before change and after initiation of change.
Variables:
Staff attitudes and perceptions.
Patient attitudes and perceptions.
Rate of nursing staff turnover.
Develop the tools necessary to educate project participants and to evaluate project outcomes (surveys, questionnaires, teaching materials, PowerPoint slides, etc.).
Refer to the “Topic 4: Checklist.”
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. 40.0
Disseminating Evidence
Using 250-500 words, summarize your strategy for disseminating the results of the project to key stakeholders and to the greater nursing community.
Refer to the “Topic 4: Checklist.”
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. 40.0
Discussion Questions Topic 4 DQ 1
Discuss why you need to be aware of the reliability and validity of the data collection tool that you are using in quantitative research project. 5.0
Topic 4 DQ 2
Discuss why you want to ensure the reliability and validity of the data collection tool that you are using in qualitative research project. 5.0
Participation 20.0
Duration: 7 days Topic 5: Demonstrating Mastery of Evidence-Based Practice
Description:
The RN to BSN program at Grand Canyon University meets the requirements for clinical competencies as defined by CCNE and AACN using nontraditional experiences for practicing nurses. These experiences come in the form of direct and indirect care experiences in which licensed nursing students engage in learning within the context of their hospital organization, their specific care discipline, and their local communities.
The learning activities and corresponding assignments in this course require students to collaborate with health care leaders, fellow colleagues, and the local community to address a clinical practice problem, organizational issue, or educational need.
Objectives:
Merge components of the problem description, solution identification, implementation plan, evaluation plan, and dissemination of findings developed in previous weeks into a cohesive capstone proposal.
Demonstrate synthesis and integration of course content to professional practice.
Identify ways to implement evidence-based research in nursing practice.
Topic Material:
Lecture Note1. NRS-441V Lecture 5
Read Lecture 5.
NRS-441V Lecture 5
Website1. The Cochrane Collaboration
Explore The Cochrane Collaboration website. In particular, familiarize yourself with information for “Practitioners, Providers and Policymakers,” which offers numerous resources on evidence-based care.
http://www.cochrane.org/
e-Library Resource1. Teaching EBP Through Problem-Based Learning
Review “Teaching EBP Through Problem-Based Learning,” by Fineout-Overholt, Stillwell, and Kent, from Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2008).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=2010143838&site=ehost-live&scope=site
2. Inside Looking In or Inside Looking Out How Leaders Shape Cultures Equipped for Evidence-Based Practice
Review “‘Inside Looking In’ or ‘Inside Looking Out’? How Leaders Shape Cultures Equipped for Evidence-Based Practice,” by Halm, from American Journal of Critical Care (2010).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=2010708170&site=ehost-live&scope=site
3. Getting Evidence Into Practice by Understanding Knowledge Translation to Achieve Practice Change
Review “Getting Evidence Into Practice−Understanding Knowledge Translation to Achieve Practice Change,” by Kent, Hutchinson, and Fineout-Overholt, from the Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing (2009).
https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ccm&AN=2010402423&site=ehost-live&scope=site
Additional Material1. Writing Guidelines
Review “Writing Guidelines.”
7 NRS 441v.10R.Writing guidelines.docx
2. Capstone Review FormNRS441V.R.CapstoneReviewForm_1-27-14.docx
3. Exemplar of Evidence-Based Practice Capstone Paper8 NRS 441v.10R.Exemplar of Evidenced-Based Practice.docx
Gradable Items Details Points Possible
Assignments Constructing the Written Evidence-Based Proposal: Final
Combine all elements completed in previous weeks (Topics 1-4) into one cohesive evidence-based proposal and share the proposal with a leader in your organization. (Appropriate individuals include unit managers, department directors, clinical supervisors, charge nurses, and clinical educators.)
Obtain feedback from the leader you have selected and request verification using the Capstone Review Form. Submit the signed Capstone Review Form to
RNBSNclientcare@gcu.edu.
For information on how to complete the assignment, refer to “Writing Guidelines” and the “Exemplar of Evidence-Based Practice Capstone Paper.”
Include a title page, abstract, problem statement, conclusion, reference section, and appendices (if tables, graphs, surveys, diagrams, etc. are created from tools required in Topic 4).
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
Note: All Capstone Projects are to be submitted to the College. Please submit the Capstone Project Copyright and Distribution Form as well as an electronic copy of the Capstone Project itself to this e-mail address: CapstoneRNBSN@gcu.edu
300.0
Discussion Questions Topic 5 DQ 1
Discuss the rationale for a dissemination plan for a research or evidence-based project.
5.0
Topic 5 DQ 2
Based on your experience with this course, how important is the knowledge of the research process to you in your continued practice of nursing? 5.0
Participation 20.0
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