HLT 540 Week 2 Assignment

Evidence-Based Research Interview

Details:

Identify, analyze, and discuss the components that comprise a valid evidence-based research study.

Based on the information compiled above, interview a health care leader about his/her experiences related to using evidence-based research to drive changes in practices in his/her facility.

Write a report (1,000-1,250 words) of your findings. Include the following in your report:

1. The changes that the health care leader has been involved in implementing.
2. How strong did the leader feel the research on the topic was? Why?
3. Have they ever rejected research findings? Why or why not?
4. Include any concerns they have had or resistance they have experienced when implementing changes based on research.
5. Analyze your findings as they apply to the components of evidence-based research.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.