Hospital-acquired infections (HAI), according to the California Department of Public Health (n.d.), are infections that patients acquired throughout the episode of receiving care in a hospital or other healthcare facility. California Department of Public Health. (n.d.). Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs). Retrieved from http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/hai/Pages/HealthcareAssociatedInfections.aspx
The literature review is an essential part of research process, and a key component of the dissertation. It informs what is known about a research topic and what might benefit from further exploration. One such strategy is to understand the components, or pieces, of the dissertation and their purposes before beginning research writing. Doing so will […]
Identify gap in research literature → Research problem → research questions(hypotheses in quantitative studies) → methodology → Design → Measures → Analysis Conceptual Framework and Theoretical Framework—-Problem statements, Objectives and Research Questions.
A major strategy of improving data saturation is making sure the recruited units for sampling have achieved saturation point (Patton, 2015). Likewise, this process means reaching a point in which all the relevant data of the research analysis have been obtained. For example, the recruited sample of patients with Alzheimer dementia have reached a basis […]
It is highly important to analyze the relationships, differences and commonalities that exist between the Premise, the Prospectus and the Proposal of a dissertation process. It is necessary to develop the three pieces of dissertation process. This is because of their unique characteristics and distinct qualities. The Prospectus of a dissertation is simply a […]
Another peer-reviewed research article is Schoenfelder, Schaal, Klewer, & Kugler (2014). This article talks about the important factors that can significantly be associated with patient satisfaction in a health specialized urology and to understand the point to which such satisfaction ratings might be related or impacted to the hospitals and patients traits. The article uses […]
The purpose of the Historical Alignment Tool (HAT) is to support the creation of your dissertation prospectus by documenting both the developmental evolution of and the alignment between your chosen dissertation research framework, design/methods, and possible societal implications. The HAT will provide iterative documentation of your rationale for making key research design/methodology decisions.
There are numerous hospitals and clinics that have benefitted from understanding the experiences of patients during and after the episode of their care. Additionally, safety net clinics play a significant role in different communities. By providing free and subsidized health services, low income residents can better access care at their fingertips. Bouwman, Bomhoff, Robben, & […]
Abstract Title page Abstract Title Page Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction to the Study Background Summarize literature from your prospectus, annotated bibliography and articles you found in this course that points to a gap in the research that is worthy of further study Research Problem State the research problem in terms of the gap […]
What are the best sources for finding participants who fit your criteria for inclusion in the sample? Recruitment will be formed by language-appropriate flyers posted in community-based organizations providing oral health care, child care, and other services. Other recruitment options will include laundromats, beauty shops, barber parlors, grocery stores, libraries, and churches. Who do you […]