- UPDATED! Content corresponds to the LoBiondo-Wood and Haber Nursing Research, 10th Edition textbook and reflects the latest thinking on nursing research and evidence-based practice (EBP). - NEW! Emphasis on the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model helps students prepare for the Next-Generation NCLEX® (NGN) Exam. - NEW! Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam–style case studies enable students to review and apply key content while preparing for the NGN.

Use this practical study guide to get more out of Grove & Gray's Understanding Nursing Research, 8th Edition! With chapters corresponding to the textbook, this workbook provides exercises that build your knowledge and boost your critical appraisal skills. It offers hands-on practice in applying nursing research to evidence-based practice while reinforcing the steps of the research process. Like the textbook, this edition includes a stronger emphasis on critical appraisal — with an appendix of three published research studies referenced in exercises throughout the book. - Time-tested and innovative exercises reinforce key concepts with fill-in-the-blank, matching, and multiple-choice questions, with exercises including Terms and Definitions, Linking Ideas, Web-Based Information and Resources, and Conducting Critical Appraisals to Build an Evidence-Based Practice. - Critical Appraisal activities provide opportunities to apply your research knowledge to evaluate the quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods studies located in the appendices. - Appraisal Guidelines provide step-by-step guidance in critically appraising published research literature. - Quick-reference printed tabs in the print edition make it easy to locate the Answer Key and each of the book's three published studies in the appendices. - Answer Key is provided for the exercises in each chapter, allowing you to check your understanding and learn from your mistakes. - NEW! Increased focus on critical appraisal for evidence-based practice corresponds to the emphasis on critical appraisal in the text. - NEW! Updated content corresponds to the 8th edition of Grove & Gray's Understanding Nursing Research textbook. - NEW! Updated full-text articles reflect the most current, high-quality research studies.

Review nursing research concepts and learn to apply them for evidence-based practice! With learning activities in each chapter, this study guide reinforces the content covered in Understanding Nursing Research, 5th Edition by Nancy Burns and Susan K. Grove. This edition includes an expanded focus on evidence-based practice and new case studies to help you understand the research process and apply your findings to the clinical setting. Three published research studies provide an opportunity to practice with the appraisal and application of nursing research. Learning activities for each textbook chapter review and reinforce key concepts and offer application to evidence-based clinical practice. Time-tested and innovative exercises promote in-depth learning with Introductions, Key Terms exercises, Key Ideas exercises, Making Connections exercises, crossword puzzles, Exercises in Critical Appraisal, and Going Beyond exercises. Hands-on practice with three published research studies allows you to apply your knowledge and gain practice in working with the kinds of articles you will use to build an evidence-based practice. Answer key for all activities lets you check your understanding and learn from your mistakes. An expanded focus on evidence-based practice and new case studies shows the value of understanding the research process and applying it for an evidence-based nursing practice. Three new full-text research articles serve as the basis for hands-on practice in each chapter.

- NEW! Updated content throughout the book focuses on the most relevant, need-to-know information to help you understand the research and evidence-based practice (EBP) processes. - NEW! Research / Evidence-Based Practice Tips provide expert advice to help you critically appraise published studies for application to clinical practice.

Corresponding to the chapters in LoBiondo-Wood and Haber's Nursing Research in Canada, 5th Edition, this companion study guide enriches your understanding of nursing research and evidence-informed practice and allows you to further hone your critiquing skills. Each chapter includes a wide variety of activities, including fill-in-the-blank questions, matching exercises, and more that correlate with clinical practice experiences. This must-have companion will help you fully understand important skills, concepts, and techniques for applying nursing research to evidence-informed practice! - Evidence-informed practice content in each chapter guides you in applying research to everyday practice. - Web-based activities require you to review and develop clinical judgement to evaluate internet-based information. - Introduction and learning outcomes at the start of each chapter help you focus on key content. - Fun activities and exercises assist you in mastering the material and include fill-in-the-blank and matching-column exercises, as well as student group activities. - Additional activities refer you to current research studies in the text. - Answers to activities and post-tests at the end of each chapter facilitate self-study and provide immediate feedback to promote stronger comprehension. - NEW! Updated content corresponds to the 5th edition of the text. - NEW! Next Generation NCLEX®-format case studies and questions help you prepare for upcoming changes to the exam.

Study Guide includes a brief introduction, a Key Terms exercise, Key Ideas exercises, and the popular Exercises in Critique for each chapter, with answer keys in the back of the text.