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Assessment 1: Locating Credible Databases and Research

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Evidence-based practice (EBP) is crucial in ensuring high-quality nursing care,

particularly in areas like diabetes management. Diabetes mellitus, being a chronic
condition, requires constant attention to prevent severe complications such as renal

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failure, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and other health disorders. Effective diabetes
management is essential, and nurses play a pivotal role in this process. Continuous
advancements in research update recommended practices, making EBP indispensable
(Zajac et al., 2021).

Communication Strategies to Encourage Research and Improve Collaboration

To promote nurses' engagement in research, effective communication strategies are

essential. Creating a sense of shared responsibility for patient care improvement fosters

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a collaborative atmosphere where nurses are motivated to contribute their research
findings. Regular team meetings, open-ended discussions, and constructive feedback

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sessions can be beneficial. Implementing shared digital platforms and educational
seminars on accessing various research databases further enhances nurses' research

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skills. These strategies not only cultivate a culture of continuous learning and
evidence-based practice but also enhance professional competence and positive

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Healthcare organizations provide various key areas and online platforms for nurses to
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access resources, research, and evidence-based data. The hospital's online library,
digital knowledge repository, intranet resource centers, and hospital policy databases
are valuable sources. Additionally, medical databases and e-books such as PubMed,
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Medline, CINAHL, and Cochrane Library offer extensive information on health

conditions, diagnoses, patient care techniques, and clinical studies.
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When searching for evidence related to diabetes mellitus, five trustworthy and pertinent
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​ Cochrane Library
​ PubMed Central
​ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website
​ World Health Organization (WHO)

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Criteria Used to Determine Relevance and Usefulness of Sources

The "CRAAP" criteria (Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose) are
applied to assess the quality of information. All identified resources adhere to these
criteria, ensuring relevance, currency (within the last 5 years), credibility, accuracy, and
alignment with research goals (Fielding, 2019).

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In conclusion, mentorship and effective communication strategies empower nurses to

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engage in evidence-based practice, especially when faced with unfamiliar medical
conditions. Utilizing robust online sources guided by the CRAAP model ensures
research credibility and alignment with evidence-based practice principles, enriching

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nurses' knowledge base and improving patient care outcomes.

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Fielding, J. A. (2019). Rethinking CRAAP: Getting students thinking like fact-checkers in

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