Discuss the importance of research as it informs the future of nursing practice.

  • Write a 4–6 page paper and discuss each of the following questions in relation to your nursing practice using APA style and formatting.
  • Use APA level headings to develop each of the required elements of the assignment.
  • Discuss the importance of research as it informs the future of nursing practice.
  • Discuss two specific contributions you make to develop your colleagues in becoming a consumer of nursing research.
  • Describe at least two strategies you will use to maintain competency in using nursing research. Examples might include:
    • Perform a literature search on a particular practice issue and share with colleagues.
    • Join a nursing research discussion group.
    • Champion a nursing clinical issue to become a research study in your organization.
  • Describe three ways that your understanding of technologies and telecommunication in nursing and health care can have a positive impact on your practice.
  • Propose one strategy to increase the participation of the nursing profession in research and lifelong learning.
    • What role might technology and telecommunications play in promoting research participation?
  • Conclusion:
    • Prepare the assignment.
    • Follow APA style guidelines.
    • Use 12-point Times New Roman font.
    • Include a title and reference page.
    • Use the following subheadings:
      • Advocating for Research in Nursing.
      • Maintaining Competency in Research Practices.
      • The Future of Technologies in Nursing and Research.
      • Conclusion.
    • Cite all references using APA style and formatting guidelines. – within the paper and as works cited