Publication Date
2009
Degree Type
Master's Project
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Diane Stuenkel
Second Advisor
Kathy Abriam-Yago
Abstract
The purpose of this descriptive quantitative study was to explore the nursing students' perceptions of their attitude and knowledge regarding evidence-based practice (EBP). The Research Awareness Questionnaire (RAQ), previously used only with healthcare professionals was slightly modified and piloted with senior nursing students (N=22). Eighty-two percent (n=18) of the participants believe that EBP is part of their role. Only 41% (n=9) were confident to undertake research. On the actual knowledge measures, 96% (n=21) could define qualitative research, and 86 % (n=19) correctly defined quantitative research. Suggestions for revising the RAQ are discussed. With modifications, this instrument could be utilized by other schools to measure nursing students' perceptions of their attitude and knowledge towards EBP.
Recommended Citation
Tolentino, Sheleen, "Perceptions of Nursing Students Regarding Evidence-Based Practice" (2009). Master's Projects. 820.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.nnup-gb8a
https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_projects/820
