NR 439 Week 3 Discussion: The Literature Review and Searching for Evidence (graded)<\/strong><\/p>\n

You have provided an in-depth analysis of Boyle\u2019s (2020) article, and there is a lot to learn from your discussion regarding a literature review. In the literature review section, Boyle (2020) discusses the various ways nurses can improve their competence, and the issue of educational courses forms a significant portion. Attending educational courses is mentioned as one way that nurses can earn new knowledge regarding practice. However, it is crucial to review literature in-depth to ensure that a researcher’s information is relevant to the topic in context. Accordingly, Di Leonardi et al. (2020) further explored educational sessions and suggested that they have some shortcomings, and nurses should opt for more comprehensive programs. As you have also noted, Di Leonardi et al. (2020) found that nurses may not retain the information obtained from educational courses and should consider certification and recertification.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

It is interesting to learn that simulations did not qualify as a means of evaluating continued competence. In many cases, simulations are highly rated and bringing such a point in the article was thought-provoking. Always, it is crucial to create a strong literature review section. I like your suggestion that examining the level of evidence is vital, and research studies should depend on the level I evidence as much as possible. The literature review is primarily a summary of a study\u2019s key findings. However, a summary of sources may not meet the threshold of a strong literature review section. As demonstrated in Boyle\u2019s (2020) article, one characteristic of a strong literature review section is evidence varying form interpreting other sources, data, and illustrations current and relevant to the topic and practice.\u202f The literature review should be selective, implying that it should contain crucial information only.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n