NURS-3150 Week 5: Assignment Part 1 Analysis of Quantitative Data

For this assignment, two types of data analysis will be completed. Assignment 1 focuses on conducting descriptive statistical analyses using quantitative data, while Assignment 2 focuses on analyzing qualitative data using content coding. Required templates must be used to complete both parts, or the assignment will not be accepted. The goal is to analyze patient safety data, interpret the findings, and identify ways to reduce adverse events during hospitalization.

Assignment Tasks

Assignment 1: Quantitative Analyses

• Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the Quantitative Analysis Assignment document to conduct descriptive statistical analyses using Excel.
• Use the Quantitative Data Excel Assignment spreadsheet provided in the weekly resources.
• Describe the findings from the analyses using the Summary Data Analysis Form.
• Summarize what the results show about patients and the extent of adverse events experienced during hospitalization.
• Identify additional information that would help develop a plan to reduce the occurrence of adverse events.

Assignment 2: Content Coding (Qualitative Analysis)

• Follow the instructions provided in Content Coding of Challenges of Staying in the Hospital.
• Analyze qualitative responses by identifying patterns, themes, or repeated ideas.
• Use the required qualitative coding template to organize responses into categories or themes.