Overview

• Critiquing and reviewing evidence relating to adult nursing in order to complete the dissertation within the guidelines given. • Developing skills in critical appraisal of the adult nursing literature. • Developing advanced skills in literature searching and the use of a wide range of resources. • Structuring and writing up a dissertation.
• A comprehensive understanding of ethics, governance and good research practice in adult nursing. • Supervision, self-direction and independent enquiry

Learning Outcomes

• 1. Evaluate and apply appropriate evidence to support decision making during the delivery of care

• 10. Implement and evaluate the knowledge and skills required for safe, compassionate & effective nursing practice

• 2. Identify and justify professional, legal & ethical requirement for nursing practice

• 3. Apply and evaluate appropriate theories of communication within the practice setting to build therapeutic relationships

• 4. Engage in personal and professional development to meet the requirement for nursing registration with the NMC (incorporating concepts such as reflection, clinical supervision, life-long learning, collaborative working and self-management)

• 5. Appraise contemporary strategies of leadership to ensure dynamic delivery of safe patient management

• 6. Critique and develop adult nursing management knowledge and skills.

• 7. Evaluate nursing in different contexts, taking into account culture, diversity, groups and individual differences across the lifespan

• 8. Evaluate how professional relationships are developed through appropriate communication ensuring respect & dignity

• 9. Select, apply and evaluate appropriate models and or frameworks of health and wellbeing in the context of nursing practice