Reputable websites

Nurses are bombarded with information and new patient cases that they have not learned about or had experience in dealing with that require further information.  Knowing reputable web sites can speed the information process.  There are common themes among web sites that provide accurate information.  A case study of  Charles encountering a rare condition leads to securing reliable resources as listed.  McGonigle & Mastrian (2015) described the most reliable sources, which contain a meta analysis without any conflicting interests.  Textbooks are valuable if up to date.  For this situation, I would refer to the http:/www.CDC.org.
Some other reliable resources include:

.edu - education sites

.gov - government sites

.org - organization sites

.com - commercial sites

.net - network infrastructures

There are other extensions, such as the abbreviation of a country, ie. .jp for Japan Retrieved from Guidelines for Evaluating Websites. http://mason.gmu.edu/~montecin/webcritique.htm This site provides reputable sources for obtaining reliable information.   https://nccih.nih.gov/sites/nccam.nih.gov/files/styles/original_squ/public/older%20woman%20and%20younger%20woman%20ipad%20ThinkstockPhotos-487910370_square.jpg?itok=y8919RSe This is an example of a .gov site that is considered reliable. Charles should stay updated on reliable sources and research situations where more knowledge is required. References McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K.  G.  (2015). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (3rd ed.)  Jones & Bartlett Learning, Burlington, MA http://www.cdc.org

Using Computer Software for Quantitative and Qualitative Research

Using Computer Software for Quantitative and Qualitative Research

Nelson & Staggers (2008) reported on the ANA scope of practice (ANA Publishing 2008), and promotes increasing computer literacy for nurses and recommending specific technology concepts that need to be understood by nursing faculty leading out in the education of nursing students. A research investigator needs to participate in choosing the correct participants, answer the research question and using a software program that will accurately provide statistical results. 

One software that is efficient for qualitative research is Nvivo which was reinfoced by Bergin (2011) who discussed using this software to ensure accurate data analysis is reported on a study. 

For a quantitative study, a statistical databse such as SPSS, which can improve accuracy (Duffy, 2006).   Choose a software that will produce reliable results.

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References

American Nurses Association.  Scopeand Standards of Nursing Informatics Practice, Washington, DC:  American Nurses Publishing, 2008.  (Pub no 978INFO).

Bergin, M.  (2011).  NVivo 8 and consistency in data analysis:  reflecting on the use of a qualitative data analysis program, Nurse Researcher, 18(3), 6-12.

Duffy, M.  E.  (2006).  Handling missing data:  A commonly encountered problem in quantitative research.  Clinical Nurse Specialist, 20(6), 273-276.

Nelson, R., & Staggers, N.  (2008).  AAN News & Opinion:  Implications of the american nurses association scope and standards of practice for nursing informatics for nurse educators:  A discussion.  Nursing Outlook, (2008), 93-94

Evidence-Based Practice

Evidence-Based Practice

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The AACN levels of evidence has changed from a numbering system to letters with the highes level being A and contains Meta Analysis versus M which is the lowest and Manufacturer's recommendations only. (Retrieved from http://www.aacn.org/WD/Practice/Docs/Research/01%20-%20AACN%20Evidence%20Levels.pdf) 

   

Implementing Evidence-Based Practice requires recognition of the importance of this practice.  McGonigle & Mastrian (2015) discussed the importance of connecting research with practice while recognizing there are important factors to consider and potential obstacles that might stand in the way. 

Reference

McGonigle, D. & Mastrian, K.  G.  (2015). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (3rd ed.). Bartlett & Jones Learning. Burlington, MA.