Write a fully developed and detailed APA essay addressing each of the following points/questions. There is no required word count; be sure to completely answer all the questions for each question in detail.

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Qualitative Research

Write a fully developed and detailed APA essay addressing each of the following points/questions. There is no required word count; be sure to completely answer all the questions for each question in detail. Separate each section in your paper with a clear heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least one (1) source using citations in your essay. Make sure to cite using the APA writing style for the essay. The cover page and reference page are required. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.

Conduct a literature search to select a qualitative research study on the topic identified in Module 1. Conduct an initial critical appraisal of the study.

Respond to the overview questions for the critical appraisal of qualitative studies, including:

  • What type of qualitative research design was utilized to conduct the study?
  • Are the results valid/trustworthy and credible?
  • How were the participants chosen?
  • How were accuracy and completeness of data assured?
  • How plausible/believable are the results?
  • Are implications of the research stated?
  • May new insights increase sensitivity to others’ needs?
  • May understandings enhance situational competence?
  • What is the effect on the reader?
  • Are the results plausible and believable?
  • Is the reader imaginatively drawn to the experience?
  • What are the results of the study?
  • Does the research approach fit the purpose of the study?
  • How does the researcher identify the study approach?
  • Are the data collection and analysis techniques appropriate?
  • Is the significance/importance of the study explicit?
  • Does the literature support a need for the study?
  • What is the study’s potential contribution?
  • Is the sampling clear and guided by study needs?
  • Does the researcher control selection of the sample?
  • Do sample size and composition reflect the study needs?
  • Is the phenomenon (human experience) clearly identified?
  • Are data collection procedures clear?
  • Are sources and means of verifying data explicit?
  • Are researcher roles and activities explained?
  • Are data analysis procedures described?
  • Does analysis guide directions of sampling when it ends?
  • Are data management processes described?
  • What are the reported results (descriptive or interpretation)?
  • How are specific findings presented?
  • Are the data meanings derived from data described in context?
  • Does the writing effectively promote understanding?
  • Will the results help me care for my patients?
  • Are the results relevant to persons in similar situations?
  • Are the results relevant to patient values and/or circumstances?
  • How may the results be applied to clinical practice?

Please be sure to answer the questions thoroughly using complete sentences and APA format. Explain responses to yes/no questions in detail by presenting information found in the study to support your response.

Provide a reference for the article according to APA format and a copy of the article.

THIS IS THE ARTICLE TO USE https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4163561/://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4163561/

MY TOPIC IS  In patients undergoing orthopedic procedures, what is the impact of using thromboprophylaxis compared to no thromboprophylaxis on developing deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary thrombosis

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You are expected to search for the best available evidence and critically appraise the evidence. We highly recommend that you use either the JBI Hierarchy of Evidence or Melnyk’s of evidence (as noted in the “Steps” series) to rank your evidence.

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You are expected to search for the best available evidence and critically appraise the evidence.
We highly recommend that you use either the JBI Hierarchy of Evidence or Melnyk’s of evidence (as noted in the “Steps” series) to rank your evidence.

You should develop both an evidence table (see EBP project proposal paper template) and narrative synthesis. You need to write a very clear, descriptive and in-depth narrative synthesis 4-8 pages) of evidence so they reveal the current state of knowledge on the topic (see sample integrative reviews). Include in the narrative the following:

  • Description of common themes found in the literature/sources.
  • Identification of consistencies and contradictions in the literature/sources.
  • Identification of gaps in the existing body of knowledge.

Please review the readings, sample paper, and grading rubric for guidance. Use the EBP Project Paper Template and insert module writing requirements. Submit paper in entirety with each module assignment.

Criteria to address:

  • Introduction to section:  PICO(T), keywords, and a minimum of three relevant databases searched
  • Table which includes a minimum of 8 sources of evidence
  • Narrative Synthesis
  • Update References

Note: It would be to your advantage to submit this section as you progress writing the paper to draft areas in SafeAssign to verify the originality report for updates.  You must achieve an originality score of 34% or less FOR THE MODULE 5 SAFEASSIGN FINAL EBP PAPER.

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Each student will submit a 2-3 page introduction. Download the attached EBP Project Paper Template and begin inserting module writing requirements. Submit paper in entirety with each module assignment. Start with completing the Title page. Also, begin documenting references and include in paper.

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Each student will submit a 2-3 page introduction. Download the attached EBP Project Paper Template and begin inserting module writing requirements. Submit paper in entirety with each module assignment. Start with completing the Title page. Also, begin documenting references and include in paper.

Criteria to address for Module 1 Introduction. Use the following subheadings:

  • Purpose
  • Relevance/significance
  • Potential outcomes
  • Clinical question (in either the PICO or PICOT format) at the RN-BS scope of practice level.

Additional Criteria to address:

  • Title page (use the format provided) (use month of module 5)
  • References (located at the end of the EBP Project Paper Template)

Note:

  • Please review the sample papers in the Resource section. Please note that the 2013 sample paper does not completely follow all the current criteria.
  • Begin in Section One. Do not start in the Abstract section.  An abstract cannot be completed until all sections are written.
  • You should begin to submit to the appropriate draft areas in SafeAssign. (See below).  Please review the attached Blackboard SafeAssign Student Guide for more information about SafeAssign and how to read the SafeAssign report.You must achieve a “matching” score of 34% or less for your final submission to SAFEASSIGN FINAL IN MODULE 5. Your percentage may be higher in the drafts for all  modules because it captures the template and references. The more original work you add, the score show decrease. These drafts are for your individual feedback. Remember to include your work on the template.
  • Remember to submit to assignment dropbox.

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Assessment of the Abdomen and Gastrointestinal System 

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Assessment of the Abdomen and Gastrointestinal System 

ABDOMINAL ASSESSMENT 

case study

Subjective: 

• CC: “My stomach hurts, I have diarrhea and nothing seems to help.”

• HPI: JR, 47 yo WM, complains of having generalized abdominal pain that started 3 days ago. He has not taken any medications because he did not know what to take. He states the pain is a 5/10 today but has been as much as 9/10 when it first started. He has been able to eat, with some nausea afterwards.

• PMH: HTN, Diabetes, hx of GI bleed 4 years ago

• Medications: Lisinopril 10mg, Amlodipine 5 mg, Metformin 1000mg, Lantus 10 units qhs

• Allergies: NKDA

• FH: No hx of colon cancer, Father hx DMT2, HTN, Mother hx HTN, Hyperlipidemia, GERD

• Social: Denies tobacco use; occasional etoh, married, 3 children (1 girl, 2 boys)

Objective: 

• VS: Temp 99.8; BP 160/86; RR 16; P 92; HT 5’10”; WT 248lbs

• Heart: RRR, no murmurs

• Lungs: CTA, chest wall symmetrical

• Skin: Intact without lesions, no urticaria

• Abd: soft, hyperactive bowel sounds, pos pain in the LLQ

• Diagnostics: None

Assessment: 

• Left lower quadrant pain

• Gastroenteritis

PLAN: This section is not required for the assignments in this course (NURS 6512) but will be required for future courses.

 

  • With regard to the Episodic note case study provided:
    • Review this week’s Learning Resources, and consider the insights they provide about the case study.
    • Consider what history would be necessary to collect from the patient in the case study.
    • Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be  appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition.  How would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
    • Identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.

The Assignment

  1. Analyze the subjective portion of the note. List additional information that should be included in the documentation.
  2. Analyze the objective portion of the note. List additional information that should be included in the documentation.
  3. Is the assessment supported by the subjective and objective information? Why or why not?
  4. What diagnostic tests would be appropriate for this case, and how would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
  5. Would you reject/accept the current diagnosis? Why or why not?  Identify three possible conditions that may be considered as a  differential diagnosis for this patient. Explain your reasoning using at  least three different references from current evidence-based  literature.

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