The information gained in this Biostatistics course will be of benefit throughout my career as a nurse practitioner. I have learned lots of information. However, more importantly, I now understand the significance in which utilization of this knowledge will be advantageous to my patients and my career.
I now understand the importance of evaluation of research. I plan to become an advanced practice nurse that makes every effort to stay up-to-date on current events and the latest research. However, after completion of this course, I fully understand that more is required of a clinician than solely this awareness. One can be misled or use insignificant research if the clinician does not evaluate the research for its significance, usefulness, and quality of work.
For example, in my current role, I am frequently asked about the disease outbreak. It is part of my job as house supervisor to make sure there is enforcement of visitor restrictions during specific times of epidemic. Patients and families will frequently inquire about updates on disease and practices for prevention. I now recognize the need to use credible research to inform patients and families of best practices. The research will be evaluated, ensuring that the study was large, that it addressed the confounding …show more content…
Participation in research is crucial. “The collection, maintenance, analysis, and storage of health data are vital for planning effective public health action” (Macha & McDonough, 2012, p. 126). I intend to contribute in ways that best suit my patient and their situation, whether that is data collection, reporting, encouraging patient participation, if ethically appropriate, and participating in research or surveys myself. Epidemiological efforts are made to protect the community and the patients. We must help instead of hinder the work of the
I now understand the importance of evaluation of research. I plan to become an advanced practice nurse that makes every effort to stay up-to-date on current events and the latest research. However, after completion of this course, I fully understand that more is required of a clinician than solely this awareness. One can be misled or use insignificant research if the clinician does not evaluate the research for its significance, usefulness, and quality of work.
For example, in my current role, I am frequently asked about the disease outbreak. It is part of my job as house supervisor to make sure there is enforcement of visitor restrictions during specific times of epidemic. Patients and families will frequently inquire about updates on disease and practices for prevention. I now recognize the need to use credible research to inform patients and families of best practices. The research will be evaluated, ensuring that the study was large, that it addressed the confounding …show more content…
Participation in research is crucial. “The collection, maintenance, analysis, and storage of health data are vital for planning effective public health action” (Macha & McDonough, 2012, p. 126). I intend to contribute in ways that best suit my patient and their situation, whether that is data collection, reporting, encouraging patient participation, if ethically appropriate, and participating in research or surveys myself. Epidemiological efforts are made to protect the community and the patients. We must help instead of hinder the work of the