Define the epistemological, ontological, ethical, ideological and philosophical tenants that guide the existing approaches to your question you have found in the current literature.

Person Centered Care – knowledge development and methodology

a) A clearly stated question, and purpose statement for the work. Include a brief background discussion of what drew you to this question/issue, it’s relevance and significance to current nursing practice and/or the nursing profession.
b. Define the epistemological, ontological, ethical, ideological and philosophical tenants that guide the existing approaches to your question you have found in the current literature.

c) Describe and define your personal epistemological, ontological, ethical, ideological and philosophical perspective that will guide your decision in choosing a research methodology?

d) Identify and describe the methodological approach (research design) that provides the most coherent fit between your ontological and epistemological worldview and your research question?

e) Describe your emerging ideas r/t sample (size, sampling techniques, inclusion/exclusion criteria), setting, data collection (methods/tools), data analysis techniques, and knowledge translation plans.

f) A compelling conclusion that convinces the reader of the integrity of the plan and the importance of carrying it out.