Nursing Resources at LLCC

Research articles include the following section headings; Make sure your choice includes these sections.: abstract introduction/background methods/procedures results conclusions works cited/bibliography

Look for this ICON:

• The key to identifying an Evidence-based Practice article is to look for CONNECTIONS between the RESEARCH FINDINGS and the SPECIFIC RECOMMNEDATIONS FOR PRACTICE. 
• Quality EBP Research Articles are published in Peer-Reviewed Journals and provide the specific details of the research conducted (Methods) along with the implications of the finding for practice (Conclusions/Discussion). 

Use the links below to resources for determining the difference between Qualitative Research (open-ended inquiry focusing on description) and Quantitative Research (controlled studies that focus on objective numeric measures).