CNS6101

Research utilisation

Dr C Beanland

6 points * 36 hours theory * 36 hours clinical * First semester * MMC Clayton

Objectives Through a variety of in-class, clinically based, and student-driven activities, this subject should enable students to explore various `ways of knowing' and evaluate the role each plays in underpinning professional and midwifery practice; examine the elements of qualitative and quantitative research processes and their relationship to issues of generalisability and bias; perform identified nursing or midwifery practices and therapies within their area of specialisation; recognise ethical issues relating to research and practice; develop critical evaluation skills through identification, critique, and evaluation of a body of research literature relevant to a specialty practice or therapy.

Synopsis This subject builds upon students' basic knowledge of research to develop informed consumers and encourage students to explore research as a means of improving practice. A set of nursing or midwifery practices will be identified for students to explore in their area of clinical specialisation.

Assessment Critique of a research article, evaluation of current practice in relation to findings in the literature.