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
Provide a historical overview of cannabis use in clinical interventions, especially with regards to hospice and palliative care. What does research reveal related to the use of medical marijuana in palliative care, and how should this inform best practices?
None; not an experimental research design.
Literature Review
Databases from 1996 and Internet
Peer-reviewed and professional literature. Legal documents.
Although cannabis remains illegal in many areas, nurses need to educate themselves and inform patients regarding the benefits of medical marijuana. When possible, and when it is legal, nurses can advise patients on how to use legal medical marijuana.
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