Has the implementation of public access bleeding control kits had an impact on survival rates of trauma patients in the pre hospital setting in the UK
Using a systematic approach, search a range of appropriate databases to identify ONE original, peer reviewed primary research article. The research design of your chosen article will include either qualitative and/or quantitative data.
Introduction: This section introduces and recognises the importance of evidence-based practice within pre-hospital care. Critically reflect upon your own and other stakeholder; involvement in the research process.
Provide a brief introduction of your chosen area of enquiry to signpost the assignment. Background: This section will include how you formulated the research question and introduces the title of the primary study chosen for critical appraisal.
Evidence of your search will be included either within this section or attached as an appendix. (PRISMA flow chart)
Main body: This section includes the design and methodology of the study chosen; the strengths and weaknesses of the study and a critique using an appropriate critical appraisal checklist. (CASP check list)
Conclusion: This section summarises your interpretation of the findings, conclusions of the study and the impact on pre hospital healthcare. Ensure that it – Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research methodologies and methods and the show ability to appraise them.
Demonstrate the ability to formulate a research question and critically use search skills to undertake a literature search. Demonstrate competence in appraising research and evidence.
Understand and apply the necessary ethical considerations required of research specific to practice. Critically reflect upon own and other stakeholder; involvement in the research process and the application of evidence-based practice in pre-hospital care.