- Differentiate between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research methodologies
- Analyze the relationship between peer-reviewed articles and clinical issues
- Analyze research ethics related to clinical issues and peer-reviewed research
- Analyze the aims of research studies presented in peer-reviewed articles
- Analyze research methodologies described in peer-reviewed articles
- Analyze strengths, reliability, and validity of research methodologies in peer-reviewed research
References:
Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2023). Evidence-based practice in nursing & healthcare: A guide to best practice (5th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.
- Chapter 2, “Asking Compelling Clinical Questions” (pp. 37–60)
- Chapter 22, “Generating Evidence Through Quantitative and Qualitative Research” (pp. 731–776)
- Grant, M. J., & Booth, A. (2009). A typology of reviews: An analysis of 14 review types and associated methodologies. Health Information and Libraries JournalLinks to an external site., 26, 91–108. doi:10.1111/j.1471-1842.2009.00848.x
- Hoare, Z., & Hoe, J. (2013). Understanding quantitative research: Part 2. Nursing StandardLinks to an external site., 27(18), 48–55. doi:10.7748/ns2013.01.27.18.48.c9488