Locating Credible Databases and Research

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is rooted in the problem-solving model and allows healthcare practitioners to make better-informed decisions based on evaluations of the treatment outcomes. It is the most widely used approach in the fields of medicine, nursing, psychology, and social work. This approach can be used to treat diseases such as gastroenteritis, commonly called ‘stomach flu.’ It is caused by virus or bacterial infections and can lead to dehydration and stomachaches. Nearly 68 million cases of gastroenteritis are recorded annually according to CDC (Schmidt et al., 2022). This assessment will focus on communication strategies to help nurses in their professional development. Moreover, this assessment will also discuss incorporating evidence-based practice for the diagnosis and management of gastroenteritis. 

Communication Strategies to Encourage Diagnosis-Based Research

The management of diseases like gastroenteritis is a complex process that requires nurses to collaborate with other healthcare professionals (Schot et al., 2020). This collaboration can help nurses provide efficient patient care. Patient care includes diagnosis, early intervention, effective communication, and management of the disease. All of these patient care goals can be achieved by utilizing evidence-based practice (Engle et al., 2021). That is why, a newly hired nurse requires supportive guidance and approach from their supervising nurse. For this purpose, empathetic communication can be used. Empathetic communication helps to create an environment of a non-judgmental attitude so that the nurse can engage in research activities without fear of being criticized (Stewart, 2020). For example, using open-ended questions like “Which specific areas of this diagnosis do you not know?” This approach will allow them to think through things on their own and prepare themselves for knowledge acquisition (Rollnick et al., 2019).

Furthermore, taking feedback on EBP can allow new nurses to gain updated information and improve patient care. Such as researching best practices for gastroenteritis will enhance their confidence in decision-making concerning care plans, leading to improved patient recovery (Whalen et al., 2021). Another effective communication strategy can be collaborative research. Nurses can be engaged in finding a solution to the problems they are facing together (Männistö et al., 2020). It can enhance team spirit while reducing stress caused by independent learning. 

Benefits of These Strategies in Building Professional Competence

The collaborative approach, empathetic communication, and constructive feedback allow healthcare practitioners to improve the management of gastroenteritis and provide better care to patients. Moreover, a collaborative decision-making process provides a learning environment to the nurses which allows them to better understand the disease, its diagnosis, and its management. With effective communication, nurses will be better able to understand the concerns of patients in turn improving their satisfaction (Burgener, 2020). 

Best Places to Complete Research within the Workplace Environment

The medical field is ever evolving because new researches are conducted and updates are made in the interventions. Thus, healthcare providers need to learn about up-to-date changes and interventions to provide better healthcare facilities to patients. To achieve this goal, numerous resources are available that can be accessed either online or in hand. These resources can include books, journals, and conferences (Oliveira et al., 2021). These resources allow healthcare practitioners to gain in-depth and personalized knowledge. However, in the digital world, access to online resources is also beneficial to gain updated knowledge (Justesen et al., 2021). These resources include websites, journals, and databases, such as PubMed and MedLine. These resources can provide expert insights, research, and guidelines.

Types of Resources to Access Information

Besides online and offline resources, healthcare practitioners can also access surveys and patient interviews to get more in-depth knowledge of patient’s symptoms more accurately (Green, 2020). It gives a clear idea about what a person is experiencing and allows healthcare professionals to develop management plans accordingly. One of the major reasons for utilizing these resources for learning is based on their credibility. A CRAAP (Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose) test is utilized to evaluate the credibility of resources (Esparrago, 2021). This test allows healthcare providers to evaluate whether the provided information on these resources is credible, reliable, accurate, or evidence-based. Reasons for Utilizing the Places for Getting Data within the Healthcare Setting

Resources such as PubMed provides in-depth information regarding gastroenteritis diagnosis and treatment. Moreover, this resource provides accurate information regarding medical topics. It is a useful asset in improving healthcare for patients as it provides updated information. 

The Best Online Resource for the Evidence Collection

Following are some of the best online resources that can be accessed for the evidence-based practice utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of gastroenteritis. 

CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature)

CINAHL provides nursing and health literature and most importantly, evidence-based clinical practice such as rehydration, dietary changes, and the use of antiemetics for the treatment of gastroenteritis (Hopia & Heikkilä, 2020).

PubMed

The diverse literature available at PubMed is maintained by the National Library of Medicine. It is a great resource for healthcare practitioners searching for research studies, clinical trials, and systematic reviews related to gastroenteritis (Hosseiniara, 2023).

Medline

Medline can be accessed by PubMed. It is dedicated to medical, nursing, and health sciences research. Numerous articles can be found on Medline on many medical and nursing topics such as gastroenteritis and evidence-based treatment strategies (Kraus, 2023).

Why are these Resources Credible Evidence-based Resources?

The above-mentioned resources are credible because they provide peer-reviewed articles on medicine and the treatment of gastroenteritis. Moreover, these resources provide updated research with accurate information based on research evidence. The best part about these resources is that they are free to access by healthcare providers. These resources are a valuable asset in helping newly hired nurses learn about gastroenteritis diagnosis, provide evidence-based treatment to patients, and improve patient care. 

Conclusion 

To help nurses practice evidence-based medicine in managing gastroenteritis effective communication and collaboration strategies are crucial. Nurses can acquire the necessary competence for offering quality care by leveraging key databases like CINAHL, PubMed, or Cochrane Library besides facility-specific guidelines. These resources offer professional development opportunities for nurses as they provide updated and authentic research as well as enhanced patient satisfaction. 

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