The parameters for developing ethical research questions
Propose three research questions that would further the study on the health care problem or issue you have selected for your topic.
Discuss the parameters for developing ethical research questions. Describe potential ethical considerations for the questions you proposed.
Part 2: Incorporating a Theory or Model
Select a theory or model to assist with the implementation of your proposed evidence-based practice intervention. In 250-500 words:
Summarize the theory or model. Explain why this theory or model is best for your proposed evidence-based intervention.
Describe how you will apply the theory or model in the implementation of your evidence-based intervention.
Sample Solution
Healthcare Problem: High rates of hospital readmission among patients with chronic heart failure (CHF)
Proposed Research Questions:
- What factors beyond medical care, such as social determinants of health, contribute to hospital readmission rates among patients with CHF in [Specific geographic location]?
- Does implementing a patient-centered education and self-management program specifically designed for CHF patients in [Specific healthcare setting] reduce hospital readmission rates compared to usual care?
- How do healthcare providers perceive the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing a patient-centered education and self-management program for CHF patients within their practice setting?
- Do No Harm: Research should minimize risks to participants and ensure their well-being.
- Respect for Persons: Research should respect participants' autonomy, privacy, and confidentiality.
- Justice: Research should be fair and equitable, ensuring benefits are distributed and burdens are shared fairly among all participants.
- Question 1: This study would require careful consideration of participant privacy, particularly when collecting data on social determinants of health.
- Question 2: This would require obtaining informed consent from participants and ensuring the intervention does not replace necessary medical care.
- Question 3: This study would need to maintain the anonymity of healthcare providers while collecting their perspectives.
- Self-efficacy: Belief in one's ability to manage CHF symptoms and prevent readmission.
- Outcome expectations: Understanding the benefits of self-management behaviors.
- Social cues and support: Providing resources and social support to encourage self-management.
- Enhance self-efficacy: Through educational sessions and skills training to build confidence in managing CHF.
- Address outcome expectations: By educating patients on the benefits of self-management behaviors in reducing readmissions.
- Provide social support: By offering support groups and connecting patients with CHF resources.