Clinical Research in Practice: A Guide for the Bedside Scientist

by Houser, Janet; Bokovoy, Joanna L.

• ISBN13: 9780763738754
• ISBN10: 0763738751
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-04-06
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning

Summary

With the rapid rise in evidence-based practice, every clinician is accountable for determining the value of their interventions. However, many clinicians grapple with the ability to critically analyze and implement research. In a straightforward, reader-friendly approach, Clinical Research in Practice: A Guide for the Bedside Scientist provides readers with the knowledge to find, appraise, and conduct practice-based research.

Table of Contents

Foreword	vii
Preface	ix
Acknowledgments	xiii
Part I: An Introduction to Bedside Science
The Role of Research in Clinical Practice	3	(10)
A Step-by-Step Guide to Bedside Science Projects	13	(20)
Part II: Building a Foundation for a Bedside Science Project
Focus the Research Question	33	(18)
Scan the Literature	51	(24)
Solicit Organizational Commitment	75	(18)
Part III: Designing the Structure of a Bedside Science Project
Design, Study Methods, and Procedures	93	(30)
Sampling Strategy	123	(16)
Do Not Fear the Numbers	139	(28)
Part IV: Using Bedside Science in Practice
Can We Use It?	167	(20)
Finding Evidence in Words	187	(26)
Communicating Your Findings: The Final Step	213	(18)
Glossary	231
Appendices
Appendix 1: A Sample Informed Consent Form	237
Appendix 2: A Survey for a Bedside Science Project	241
Appendix 3: Appraisal of the Evidence: Reviewing a Published Article	243
Appendix 4: Checklist for Evaluating a Research Study	263
Appendix 5: A Bedside Science Research Flow Sheet	265