Discussion Post: Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
Purpose
1) Identify ethical issues common to research involving human subjects.
2) Recognize the role of research findings in evidence-based practice.
Task
We begin our journey into discovering the new world of research and evidence-based practice (EBP) by exploring our past. After completing the required readings and lesson, answer the following:
A. Explain how research has evolved since the Florence Nightingale era.
B. Discuss how research and EBP are different; include how you believe research supports EBP for nursing.
C. Describe one past/historical unethical breach of research conduct; then, share how you would ensure care of a study participant using one ethical or legal research consideration (guideline/principle).
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.