LWW - Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice Tenth, North American Edition ISBN: 9781975141851

Essentials of Nursing Research, Tenth Edition: The Leading Guide to Evidence-Based Practice

Equip yourself with the knowledge to confidently apply research to nursing practice with the Tenth Edition of Essentials of Nursing Research, the world's most widely used nursing research textbook. Written by AJN award-winning authors Denise Polit and Cheryl Beck, this book clarifies the often-complex language of nursing research, providing a practical understanding of fundamentals for both quantitative and qualitative studies. It covers everything from design principles and data collection to criteria for assessing data quality and approaches for interpreting statistical results.

This updated edition incorporates the latest clinical insights and approaches, preparing students for today's practice. It focuses on increasingly important considerations, such as involving patients and stakeholders in translating research evidence to local settings, appraising not only the rigor of studies but also the relevance of practice-based evidence, and effectively using research in local quality improvement (QI) projects.

Key Features of This Edition:

• Simplified Organization: A new structure streamlines the presentation of complex topics, making it easier to integrate research into nursing practice.

• Accessible Language: The clear and approachable writing style makes difficult ideas easy to understand, even for students new to research.

• Practical Appraisal Tools: Critical Appraisal Guidelines guide students through studies, highlighting aspects suitable for evaluation by research consumers.

• Skill-Building Exercises: Research Examples and Critical Thinking Exercises are included to reinforce important points and sharpen students' critical thinking abilities.

• Real-World Application: "Tips" help students confidently translate abstract research methods into concrete, practical applications.

• Engaging Visuals: Colorful tables, figures, and examples are used to hold students' attention and enhance their understanding.

• Focused Learning: Chapter Objectives and Key Terms highlight essential information and familiarize students with common research terminology.

• Quick Reference: Bulleted Summary Points are included to highlight key takeaways at a glance for easy review.