- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the research process, its principles and benefits to perioperative practice
- Critically evaluate strategies for collecting and appraising literature to conduct a coherent literature review
- Demonstrate a questioning and analytical approach to the utilization of research findings in practice, and a sound ability to develop evidence-based recommendations for enhancing perioperative care
Your submitted work must be spacing and each page must be numbered. You should include;
- A title page – your name, student number, cohort. Module code and name. The actual word count. The submission date. Your supervisor and module leader’s name.
- Acknowledgements
- Contents page
Abstract – use the following sub-headings: aim, background, methods, findings, conclusion - Introduction – outlining how the ELR will progress, offer a terms of reference/definitions as necessary
- Background – outline the chosen topic area and the rationale for choosing this. Indicate the topics relevance to current nursing practice including any relevant background information.
- Methodology – provide a detailed audit trail of the methodology. Use tables as illustrations.
- Findings – present the findings of your analysis as the emerging themes
- Discussion – provide a critical discussion of your findings, considering implications for practice and further research
- Strengths and limitations – consider both strengths and weaknesses of your review
- Conclusion – Summarise key points from review