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Research and apply evidence to practice
Activity 1: Research Report
For this activity you will need to develop a separate report for each of the topics established with your trainer/assessor.
Each report will need to be between 800 - 1000 words.
For each research report, create a Word document with the title of the research topic. Based on the topic and research you conduct,address the following criteria in detail:
a) Create a reference page at the back of your report and:
• List all sources of information used for each research report
• Include the correct referencing (APA 7th Ed format).
b) Outline the topic of research and how the research will support and improve your own work practices. (Include a screenshot or copyof the email confirmation of the two topics which were agreed with your trainer/assessor).
c) Provide an overview of the research objectives - based on the discussion with your trainer/assessor.
d) Complete a trends analysis of the area being researched and:
• Describe the collected trend data which was analysed
• Detail the criteria you used to evaluate the data
• Outline the results and any trends which have been identified.
e) Detail the methods you selected to gather information needed for the research and include your reasoning for the selected methods and how they align to the objectives. Get professional assignment help from qualified experts—on time, every time.
f) Explain the systematic approach used to conduct the research and gather the relevant information.
g) Provide a detailed analysis of the information you have obtained for each topic andprovide an assessment of the information's:
• Strengths
• Relevance
• Reliability
• Currency.
h) Outline the considerations for prioritisation of the information and detail your comparison/contrasting of the various sources of information you have gathered in relation to the topic of research.
i) Complete a SWOT analysis and based on the analysis:
• List the benefits and risks associated with the information
• Detail the feasibility of the information in relation to improving your work practices.
j) Based on your research:
• Detail the research findings and conclusions
• Explain how the information can be used to improve current work practices and provide ongoing learning
• Reflect on the findings from the research and give two examples of how you can apply them to your own role as a nurse
• Outline at least one issue that will require further investigation, research and evaluation
• Detail three actions which need to be taken to address the outcomes of the research and applying to your own role.