we learned how research designs are different and help us to objectively study nursing problems; the key is to decide which type of research and design will serve the purpose or intent to find a solution. After completing Week 4 readings and lesson, answer the following:

Reflect on your learning about c; share two ways that helped you understand how they are different.

Choose one category of study design that you found interesting and describe; include what you learned about the design and how you believe it can help study nursing problems.

• Refer back to your clinical nursing priority problem and evidence you located for your week 3 assignment: The nursing-evidenced practice (NEBP) committee has requested for you to make a recommendation to the team: Describe the type of research and the design that you believe would be the best way to study your problem. Discuss your rationale.

Week 4 Discussion: Designs – A Plan to Study for the Truth (graded)

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PURPOSE

This week’s graded topics relate to the following Course Outcomes (COs).

• CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (POs 4 & 8)
• CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and significance related to evidence-based practice. (POs 4 & 8)

DUE DATE

• During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
  • Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
  • Posts in the discussion on two different days

POINTS POSSIBLE

50 points

DIRECTIONS

• Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:
  • Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
  • Integrate outside scholarly sources when required
  • Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
  • Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner