Homework: Introduction to DNP Studies
Topic: Scholarly Writing Using Research
Details
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Description
"Scholarly writing" is a term that indicates a set of standards are used or required for professional writing. In the DNP program, learners are expected to use scholarly writing for all coursework and in the development of their Direct Practice Improvement (DPI) Project. Standards for scholarly writing for this program are:
a. Develop a clear thesis.
b. Maintain an objective or unbiased perspective.
c. Incorporate appropriate evidence for support (peer-reviewed research and other scholarly sources).
d. Present original writing (written in one's own words and properly citing authors for ideas, findings, etc.).
e. Write and synthesize in an organized and logical manner.
The purpose of this homework is to familiarize the learner with the overall expectations of scholarly writing and the tools available to help you succeed. Learners in this program are expected to demonstrate scholarly writing throughout the program.
Directions:
The GCU DNP program requires learners to develop a Direct Practice Improvement (DPI) Project for successful completion of the program. The purpose of the DPI Project is to identify a valid patient practice problem at your practice site and propose an evidence-based intervention shown by current and authoritative research to improve the nursing practice problem.
In 800 to 1,000 words, address the following:
a. Discuss the differences between quality improvement and research.
b. Explain why your DPI Project for this program is considered quality improvement and not research.
c. Describe a patient practice problem at your practice site that you are considering for your DPI Project. Explain why this would be considered a patient practice problem, how it can be addressed though a quality improvement intervention, and why it would be appropriate and feasible for your practice site.
d. Provide support for your proposed intervention with at least one peer-reviewed research article from the GCU Library. The article must be published in the United States and within 5 years of your anticipated graduation date.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.