NURS FPX 4030 Assessment 2 Determining the Credibility of Evidence and Resources JJ

 

Determining the credibility of an online resource is easy when researchers utilize the CRAAP method or test. For instance, CRAAP test ensures that the sources selected are not more than five years old. Moreover, it also ensures that the information published in those journals and websites is valid and relevant to the topic researched. It should also meet the criteria of honesty including usefulness and acceptability to influence positive outcomes (Yancey, 2019). Therefore, while evaluating the criteria for credible resourcesselected for the diagnosis of depressive symptoms and treatments, a research published by a psychotherapy professor or expert will be considered more useful compared to a medical student with no practical experience. 

Applying the Evidence-Based Practice Model

Evidence-based practices possess strong scientific proof of producing positive outcomes for certain types of disorders. Other researches without the evidence may also be useful for nurses treating or dealing with depression patients, however, these researches cannot produce stronger outcomes due to lack of evidence. This implies that with EBPs, nurses can successfully reduce depression symptoms in patients, improve their overall mental health, and improve body functioning and performance. (Skaggs, 2018). The selection of an EPB depends on the problems faced by the older adults and the outcomes they desire to live a healthy life. For example, doctors think that both psychotherapy and medications can reduce depressive symptoms. However, if the severity of depression in older adults is higher, then considering their private history and other health conditions, the choice of one of these methods could be done. 

NURS FPX 4030 Assessment 2 Determining the Credibility of Evidence and Resources JJ

In routine mental healthcare treatments, psychotherapy is considered as the best model or practice performed under the guidance of skilled professionals. It helps depression patients to openly speak about their experiences. Psychotherapist can be doctors, social workers, counselors, or philanthropists. In addition to psychotherapy, the Iowa Model has also been introduced in nursing practices that focuses on the use of research with evidence. Developed in 1994, the Iowa model can be implemented in seven steps. The first step involves selection of topic for evidence-based research. The second step contains forming a team for development and evaluation of the evidence-based practice. The team should follow written policies and guidelines with proper interaction with members (Melnyk, 2018). The third step involves evidence retrieval that involves a brainstorming session to identify the available resources and key terms to guide the search of evidence. For example, evidence can be retrieved using several online databases such as Cinahl and Web of Science. To ensure the best care standards, researchers should refer to the Quality Improvement and Innovation Partnership (QIIP). 

The fourth step in the Iowa model involves grading the evidence to address the quality areas of the individual research to measure the strength of the evidence. Qualitative data is vital for a thorough understanding of a phenomenon. Using the inductive reasoning, the researchers develop a theory and also use quantitative data based on the process of induction (LoBiondo-Wood, 2021). The research questions influence the research methodology selected as researchers aim to address the areas of effectiveness, appropriateness, and feasibility. 

The fifth step involves developing an evidence-based practice standard after careful critique of the literature. Guideliens are created for the depression patients’ group to support the evidence-based practices. The sixth step involves implementing EBPs when it is written as a policy or a guideline. The final steps involve evaluation of this practice to measure its value and contribution. The evaluation should show how the EBP has affected patient care. This model can be successfully applied to treat depression and anxiety in patients with the incorporation of the evidence into the model. Therefore, using the Iowa model ensures that no low-quality treatments are utilized in the hospital settings and the EBPs are backed by a solid research to help nurses find the best medications for patients.