NURS 6002: Research Analysis on Horizontal Violence

This assignment presents a research analysis of the peer-reviewed article "Nurses’ perceptions of horizontal violence" by Taylor (2016). The analysis includes an introduction highlighting the importance of evidence-based practice in nursing, followed by a detailed examination of the chosen article. The analysis is structured using a matrix that evaluates the research's strengths, limitations, relevance to the topic, and key notes. The study's constructivist perspective, reliance on primary data, and the relatively small sample size are noted. The analysis also addresses the impact of horizontal violence on nursing practice and patient care. The assignment concludes with a summary of the research process, emphasizing the strategies used to identify and analyze peer-reviewed articles using databases like CINAHL and PubMed. The student reflects on the challenges of selecting a research topic and the importance of using limiters and subject headings to refine search results. The student also mentions future plans to utilize resources like Google Scholar and PubMed to enhance research skills. The assignment underscores the critical role of research in informing nursing interventions and practices.

Running head: RESEARCH ANALYSIS 1
Research Analysis
Student’s Name
Institutional Affiliation

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Introduction
Nursing or rather, the heath professional relies on Evidence-based practices. It isn't
straightforward to use EBP without research. It,therefore, means that research is basic among
healthcare professionals. However, this is not an easy task. It involves identifying, analyzing,
and synthesizing research articles to come up with a new paper (Shellenbarger, 2016). In this
assignment, there wi be a research analysis on one peer-reviewed article and provide a
summary of the report at the end.
Step 1: Research Analysis
The topic of
Interest:
Horizontal Violence in Nursing
Research
Article: Include
full citation in
APA format, as
well as link or
search details
(such as DOI)
Taylor, R. (2016). Nurses’ perceptions of horizontal violence. Global
qualitative nursing research, 3, 2333393616641002.
Professional
Practice Use:
One or more
professional
practice uses of
the
theories/concep
ts presented in
the article
The ideas presented in the report provide the principles which underpin
medical practice and aids in generating further nursing knowledge.
The concepts also help in understanding the horizontal problem violence
in nursing and its consequences
Research
Analysis
Matrix
Add more rows
if necessary
Strengths of the
Research
Limitations/
Weaknesses of
the Research
Relevancy to
Topic of
Interest
Notes
The research was done
out of a constructivist
perspective. It included
studying meaning as
well as sense-making
because of both shape
actions — the
constructivist
perspective allowed for
alternative
interpretations of data
and multiple definitions
of realities about
The sample
was relatively
small (n=120)
Horizontal
violence is a
relevant
nursing topic
as it interferes
with the
quality of
care.
One of the
best ways to
address
lateral
violence
includes
developing a
mentorship
program that
would allow
veteran
nurses to
mentor new

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horizontal violence. graduate
nurses.
The study relies on
primary data collected
through interviews and
observations.
The study was
only carried in
one hospital,
therefore,
hindering
generalization
Horizontal
violence
determines
the motivation
or morale of
nurses.
Studies
indicate that
lateral
violence is
likely to
progress
when the
nurses have
not forged
appropriate
bonds with
the other
staff.
The study relatively
relied on modern
literature of the 2000s.
The research
faced a
limitation in
time as it was
done for five
months.
Horizontal
violence leads
to the low
productivity
of nurses.
Healthcare
organizations
need to
encourage
brainstorming
during a unit
or
departmental
meetings to
help nurses
establish
rapport with
one another.
The author had no
potential conflict of
interest concerning the
study, its publication,
and authorship.
Men were
underrepresent
ed in the study
as the majority
of the
participants
were women.
Horizontal
violence can
lead to higher
medical cost
The author got first-
hand information from
the nurses
The study was
only conducted
by one
researcher
leading to the
question of
accuracy.
Horizontal
violence leads
to poor
teamwork and
ineffective
communicatio
n.
A critical review of the
author’s
methodological models
based on the
approaches and overall
research design
demonstrates a well-
organized, relevant,
All nurses,
including the
new
graduates,
need a civil
and safe
workplace
that supports
Research
shows that
victims of
lateral
violence
usually feel
more
comfortable

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appropriate, and
meaningful
presentation of ideas
and results.
and
encourages
them to work
to the full
magnitude of
their license.
to discuss
incidences
with
objective
third parties
rather than
people within
their units.
The study findings are
duly interpreted to
support the aim of the
research.
In several
cases, nurses,
especially the
new
graduates,
encounter
moral distress
when
subjected to
horizontal
violence due
to integrity
threats.
The study maintained
privacy and
confidentiality as
interviews were not
conducted in the
presence of the
patients.
Nurses need a
conducive
environment
to execute
their duty.
There was no incentive
offered for
participation in the
study.
Working in a
place where
horizontal
violence is
executed is
stressful and
dissatisfying
for a nurse.
The research findings
are drawn from
appropriate analysis
and are reported
appropriately,
demonstrating validity
and reliability.

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Step 2: Summary of Analysis
Identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research is not an easy task. Studies note that
this is the most complex and critical task in the process of research (Shellenbarger, 2016).
The first thing I did was to select the topic of interest, followed by identifying reputable
resources or databases to obtain relevant articles. I decided to settle on CINAH and PubMed,
followed by a search using the search dialogue boxes. My interest was in evidence-based,
peer-reviewed articles, and the flexibility of the CINAH made it easier to identify the item of
interest.
While searching for peer-reviewed articles, different strategies were employed.
However, some were very effective than others. One of the strategy was using limiters to
only peer-reviewed articles. My objective was to get only peer-reviewed articles, and the
availability of these limiters was quite useful. This, therefore, allows one the freedom to
select the type of items he/she is interested in. The other strategy is using subject headings.
This strategy is beneficial because it provides articles with the relevant subjects that the
researcher is interested in.
In the future, I intend to use different resources to find various peer-reviewed articles.
The Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Heath literature (CINAHL) is one such resource
that I find useful, very effective when looking for health-related items (Walden University
Library, n. d). This resource is easy to use and has both basic and advanced search options, as
we as cited references. The other resource that I intend to utilize in the future is google
scholar. Finally, I am also looking forward to using PubMed. This is the most reliable
resource and allows free access to various articles.

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Conclusion
In conclusion, research is necessary. However, it is not that easy. One has to employ
different resources such as PubMed and use different strategies after that to identify reliable
literature or peer-reviewed articles. It is, therefore, imperative that a researcher is we versed
with knowledge about the resources to enhance their research skis since it is the foundation of
proper nursing practices or interventions.

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References
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MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, and PsycINFO: A comparison of search
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Shellenbarger, T. (2016). Simplifying synthesis. Nurse Author& Editor, 26(3). Retrieved
January 6, 2020, from https://naepub.com/reporting-research/2016-26-3-3/
Taylor, R. (2016). Nurses’ perceptions of horizontal violence. Global qualitative nursing
research, 3, 2333393616641002.
Walden University Library. (n. d.). Databases A-Z: Nursing. Retrieved January 6, 2020,
from https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/az.php?s=19981

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