NR 449 Week 2 Outline Literature Review and Research Process

• Determine comprehensiveness of the literature review • Identify the research problem and its significance • Match the research design to the research question 7. Understand the importance of the literature review • Provides context and background for the study • Supports the rationale for the research • Identifies gaps and opportunities for further research • Guides the development of research questions and methodology 8. Identify evidence-based practice problems • Use clinical observations and feedback • Analyze performance improvement studies and databases • Review professional literature and social issues • Focus on patient-sensitive, nurse-sensitive, and organizationally- sensitive concepts 9. Interpret the process for translating a practice problem into a researchable question • Narrow abstract ideas into specific questions • Use frameworks like PICO(T), PECO, and FINER • Clarify variables, population, and outcomes • Ensure feasibility, relevance, and ethical considerations 10. Understand the sections of a research report and research poster • Abstract and Introduction: overview and significance • Methods and Procedures: design and data collection • Results and Conclusions: findings and implications • Literature Review: context and background • Discussion: interpretation and recommendations