What are common sources of ideas for nursing research problems?
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What are common sources of ideas for nursing research problems?
The sources for research problems included in this text are (1) clinical practice, (2) researcher and peer interactions, (3) literature review, (4) theories, and (5) research priorities identified by funding agencies and specialty groups.
What are some good health related research topics?
Global Health Research Topics
- Bioethics.
- Chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs)
- Climate change.
- Deafness and other communication disorders.
- Eye disease, vision health and blindness.
- Global health security.
- Household air pollution.
- Implementation science.
What is a nursing topic?
Critical Care Nursing. Geriatrics. Health Diversity. Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing.
What are examples of research in nursing?
Examples of current nursing research underway include:
- Adverse childhood experiences (ACE’s)
- Bruise study (light detection of bruises in various skin tones)
- Cancer screening, prevention and education.
- Cardiac care and congenital heart disease.
- Chronic disease self-management—Including diabetes self-management.
Where can I find nursing research articles?
The best way to find nursing research articles is by using the database CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature). The CINAHL Plus with Full Text database is also available from the Health Sciences Library list of databases.
How do I find a research topic?
Here are some tips:
- Choose a topic that you are interested in!
- Narrow your topic to something manageable.
- Review the guidelines on topic selection outlined in your assignment.
- Refer to lecture notes and required texts to refresh your knowledge of the course and assignment.
- Talk about research ideas with a friend.
What is research in nursing practice?
Nursing research develops knowledge about health and the promotion of health over the full lifespan, care of persons with health problems and disabilities, and nursing actions to enhance the ability of individuals to respond effectively to actual or potential health problems.
Why is research important in nursing?
Nurses need research because it helps them advance their field, stay updated and offer better patient care. Information literacy skills can help nurses use information more effectively to develop their own conclusions. Evidence-based practice is important for nurses.
