Medical marijuana: therapeutic applications and clinical evidence

Chamberlain College of Nursing NR449 Evidence-Based Practice

Evidence Matrix Table

Independent (I)

Dependent (D)

Size and Selection

Major Findings

(sample not a real article)

Smith, Lewis (2013),

What should I eat? A focus for those living with diabetes. Journal of Nursing Education, 1 (4) 111-112.

How do educational support groups effect dietary modifications in patients with diabetes?

D-Dietary modifications

Education

Qualitative

Convenience sample-selected from local support group in Pittsburgh, PA

Focus Groups

Support and education improved compliance with dietary modifications.

de Vries K, Green AJ (2012) Therapeutic use of cannabis. Nursing Times; 108: 9, 12-15.

Describe the potential uses of cannabis in palliative care, and to help nurses advocate for patients by providing information about cannabis use and legality. How should nurses react when patients ask about medical marijuana?

None; not an experimental research design.

Literature Review

Untold quantities of research studies in published journals.

Peer-reviewed and professional literature. Legal documents.

Cannabis remains illegal in most areas, but nurses are responsible to remain informed of changes in the law. Until then, patients should be advised according to the law in the state.

Green, A.J. & deVries, K. (2010). Cannabis use in palliative care. Joural of Clinical Nursing 19. Retrieved online: http://www.advancedholistichealth.org/PDF_Files/Palliative%20care.pdf