Apply the research and EBP concepts learned in this course and develop a framework for the initial steps of the capstone project. 

Each student will submit his or her final proposal paper to the week eight assignment link in D2L. 

Essential Components of the Final Project Proposal will include:   

Introduction rovide an introduction to your topic or project. The introduction gives the reader an accurate, concrete understanding what the project will cover and what can be gained from implementation of this project.

Overview of the Problem iscuss the problem, why the problem is worth exploring and the potential contribution of the proposed project to the discipline of nursing.

Project Purpose Statement rovide a declarative sentence or two which summarizes the specific topic and goals of the project.

Background and Significance tate the importance of the problem and emphasize what is innovative about your proposed project. Discuss the potential impact of your project on your anticipated results to the betterment of health and/or health outcomes.

PICOT formatted Clinical Project Question(s) rovide the Population, Intervention, Comparison, Expected Outcomes and Timeframe for the proposed project.

Literature Review rovide the key terms used to guide a search for evidence and discuss at least five (5) summaries of relevant, credible, recent, evidence-based research studies to support the project proposal. 

Critical Appraisal of Literature iscuss the strengths and weaknesses of the evidence, what is known from the evidence and what gaps in evidence were found from the appraisal of evidence-based research studies.

Develop an EBP Standard evelop an EBP standard integrating ethical reasoning. Describe two to three interventions (or a bundle of care) from the evidence and discuss how individual patient preferences or the preferences of others will be considered. 

Implications ummarize the potential contributions of the proposed project for nursing research, education and practice.