Overview
Supervised research to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project in a relevant field. Students evaluate research findings, best practice principles and utilise theoretical frameworks to effect successful implementation.
In this paper students design, implement and evaluate a research project. Students utilise theory, best-practice principles, and research findings to effect successful project implementation in a clinical setting.
About this paper
| Paper title | Clinical Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Nursing |
| EFTS | 0.25 |
| Points | 30 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(Distance learning)
Semester 2 (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,353.00 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
This paper is designed for registered nurse students studying for the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice toward nurse practitioner registration in New Zealand.
- Contact
- More information link
- Teaching staff
Conveners: Professor Philippa Seaton
Dr. Henrietta Trip henrietta.trip@otago.ac.nz
- Paper Structure
In this paper students design, implement and evaluate a research project. Students utilise theory, best-practice principles, and research findings to effect successful project implementation in a clinical setting.
- Teaching Arrangements
The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
Regular supervision meetings and self-directed learning.
- Textbooks
Guyatt G., Rennie D., Meade M., and D. Cook (2015) Users' Guides to the Medical Literature. Essentials of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. Third Edition. New York : McGraw-Hill Medical.
Polit, D.F., & Beck, C.T. (2017). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (10th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/ Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins.
Webb P., Bain C., & A. Page (2017). Essential Epidemiology: An Introduction for Students and Health Professionals . Third edition. Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of Paper:
- 1.Demonstrate leadership in identifying health needs and establish the rationale for a clinical project to contribute to improving health outcomes with a selected population.
- 2. Critically appraise relevant literature and resources, to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project.
- 3. Critique and utilise theoretical/methodological frameworks to support project decisions and activities.
- 4. Analyse and synthesise sources of evidence justifying each project step; Plan and conduct the project in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders (as required);
- 5. Synthesise and disseminate findings through appropriate avenues
Overview
Supervised research to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project in a relevant field. Students evaluate research findings, best practice principles and utilise theoretical frameworks to effect successful implementation.
In this paper, students design, implement and evaluate a research project. Students utilise theory, best-practice principles, and research findings to effect successful project implementation in a clinical setting.
About this paper
| Paper title | Clinical Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Nursing |
| EFTS | 0.25 |
| Points | 30 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(Distance learning)
Semester 2 (Distance learning) |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Delivery mode | The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Eligibility
This paper is designed for registered nurse students studying for the Master of Advanced Nursing Practice toward nurse practitioner registration in New Zealand.
- Contact
- More information link
- Teaching staff
Conveners:
- Teaching Arrangements
The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
Regular supervision meetings and self-directed learning.
- Textbooks
- Guyatt G., Rennie D., Meade M., and D. Cook (2015). Users' Guides to the Medical Literature. Essentials of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. Third Edition. New York: McGraw-Hill Medical.
- Polit, D.F., & Beck, C.T. (2017). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (10th ed.). Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer/ Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins.
- Webb P., Bain C., & A. Page (2017). Essential Epidemiology: An Introduction for Students and Health Professionals. Third edition. Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Demonstrate leadership in identifying health needs and establish the rationale for a clinical project to contribute to improving health outcomes with a selected population.
- Critically appraise relevant literature and resources, to design, implement and evaluate a clinical project.
- Critique and utilise theoretical/methodological frameworks to support project decisions and activities.
- Analyse and synthesise sources of evidence justifying each project step; plan and conduct the project in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders (as required).
- Synthesise and disseminate findings through appropriate avenues.