Essentials of Nursing Research and Statistics

Essentials of Nursing Research & Statistics is a comprehensive and well-crafted book for students of research and statistics course. This book addresses the significance of evidence-based practice in the nursing profession while emphasizing the nursing practice guidelines. It serves as a guide to prospective nurse researchers on how to apply evidence-based practices at the bedside and incorporate research into their career path. An extensive overview of statistical theory, concepts, and analysis is provided.Salient features of the book:# Clear, User-Friendly Style: The author has made an effort to write in a straight and easy-to-understand format. It is assumed that students (undergraduates) have no prior understanding of technical terminologies, therefore concepts are written methodically and new ideas are given mindfully.# Chapter Objectives: Learning objectives are identified in the chapter opener to focus students attention on critical content.# Key Terms: Each chapter begins with a box of new terminology, but by just mentioning the most important ones, the author has narrowed the lists scope and made it less intimidating. When they are used for the first time in the text, new concepts are defined in the context.# Graphics: Beautiful graphics supplement the content and provide depth and dimension in the form of supporting tables, figures, boxes, and examples.# Effective Learning Tools: In addition to key terms, learning outcomes, research hints, evidence-informed practice tips, appraising the evidence, critiquing criteria, critique of a research study, critical thinking decision paths, critical thinking challenges, and summary points are all included in every chapter.