...------------------------------------------------- Assessment Task 3 ------------------------------------------------- Scenario 2 “Cranberries contain a substance that can prevent bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder. This may help reduce bladder and other urinary tract infections.” (Craig, et. al, 1998) The use of cranberry juice to effectively treat a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is not a heavily studied topic, but some people believe that it can be used to treat a UTI. This essay will discuss the scenario of a 22-year-old woman, Susan, who is suffering from a UTI, who wishes to drink cranberry juice as part of her treatment, instead of taking her prescribed antibiotics. Wanting to receive the best treatment for her condition, she decides to investigate further about the use of cranberry juice as a treatment for UTI’s. PICO Question Development The research that is being undertaken is using the framework of a PICO question. A PICO question is framed by studying the four elements of a clinical investigation: Population, Intervention, Comparison and Outcome. (Liampattong, 2013). The population in this scenario is Females aged 18-30. This age range is the most common ages for females to contract a UTI. It is important that the age range is specific so that the PICO question can be answered. Intervention for this scenario would be the use of antibiotics and the comparison would be to drink cranberry juice. The outcome is based on the ability to compare...
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...Assessment Task 1 - Essay Choose one of the following topics: Sam is a recently graduated health professional and has observed that clinical practices vary in the different health care facilities. Sam is confused about which practice is the most effective to give patients better health outcomes according to the latest research literature. In this essay you will be required to use this scenario to: Topic 1: Define evidence based practice and discuss the possible facilitators and barriers for Sam to utilise the best research evidence in clinical practice. OR Topic 2: Discuss qualitative and quantitative approaches to research and how Sam can apply the evidence that is generated from one of these approaches to evidence based clinical practice. Due Date: Tuesday 23rd April at 2pm. Word Length: 1000 words Weighting: 35% Purpose: To demonstrate your achievement of each learning outcome shown below. Learning outcomes assessed: 3, 4, 5, 7, and 10. 3. Reflect on and analyse health related situations and contexts; (ACU Graduate Attribute 4) 4. Develop inquiring questions related to health related situations and contexts; 5. Select appropriate types of knowledge required to analyse and problem solve various health care situations and contexts; 7. Develop effective strategies to identify and respond to your professional learning needs; 10. Demonstrate respect for the values and beliefs of health consumers and colleagues in applying knowledge...
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...2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Calendar and Course Catalogue Published June 2014 The information contained within this document was accurate at the time of publication indicated above and is subject to change. Please consult your faculty or the Registrar’s office if you require clarification regarding the contents of this document. Note: Program map information located in the faculty sections of this document are relevant to students beginning their studies in 2014-2015, students commencing their UOIT studies during a different academic year should consult their faculty to ensure they are following the correct program map. i Message from President Tim McTiernan I am delighted to welcome you to the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT), one of Canada’s most modern and dynamic university communities. We are a university that lives by three words: challenge, innovate and connect. You have chosen a university known for how it helps students meet the challenges of the future. We have created a leading-edge, technology-enriched learning environment. We have invested in state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities. We have developed industry-ready programs that align with the university’s visionary research portfolio. UOIT is known for its innovative approaches to learning. In many cases, our undergraduate and graduate students are working alongside their professors on research projects and gaining valuable hands-on learning, which we believe is integral...
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