Influence Paper

Team Name: Trauma Queens Team Members: Nikki Denison, Becky Lamoureaux, Heather Oviatt, Abigail Reera Excerpt: In honor of the Evidence Based Practice I course, the following document encompasses a literature appraisal of supporting evidence regarding the correlation between postpartum depression and vitamin D levels. Articles of influence were evaluated and supported this correlation. This evidence … [Read more…]

Ethical Considerations

After completing all of the ethics assignments for this course, my assumptions regarding research ethics have not necessarily changed but have been expanded upon. Part of this course requires completion of basic research courses regarding social and behavioral responsibilities of those individuals involved with the research investigation. These focused on the importance of patient safety, … [Read more…]

Final Reflection

Collaborating with three other classmates over the past several months on a research project has been very beneficial for me as a student and future professional. I tend to shy away from group projects because I often find it difficult to work with others. This is not to say that I do not respect or … [Read more…]

Assumptions

A major aspect of the nursing profession is research. Nurses must be competent both evaluating and conducting research in the medical environment in order to determine best practices when providing client care. As a student that has not yet studied research ethics, I have a lot of assumptions of the nursing role regarding evidence implementation … [Read more…]