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This assignment will consist of a quantitative article critique with a focus on the methods, statistics, analysis and interpretation. It will be important to analyze and evaluate the article not just summarize – for example it is not enough to say the sample size was adequate. You should state the sample size and state why you know it was adequate. Do
NOT
cut/paste from the article- this is
YOUR
interpretation and analysis of the article. If you use Polit or another source to substantiate your comment, then reference the source. Do not include quotes in the critique.
If you want more specifics to help you with the critique: check out Polit & Beck, (2017) on p:291- Box 13.3 and 13.4 (p. 304 in 11ith edition, Box 14.3 and 14.4) guideline for critiquing data collection plans in quantitative studies and structured data collection methods; Box 16.1 on p. 371- guideline for critiquing descriptive studies (11th Ed, p. 381, Box 17.1), p. 399-guideline for critiquing bivariate inferential analyses Box 17.1 (11th Ed [/ 4-8. Box 17.1), p. 457- Box 20.1- guidelines for critiquing interpretations in discussion sections of quantitative research reports (11th Ed. Box 21.1, p, 465). These guidelines break down the components of the critique process for quantitative research.
Write your critique directly into the rubric. Do not do it in paragraph form.
Research Critique Introduction
Research Critique Introduction Transcript.docx
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This assignment enables the learners to meet Course SLO #1
FAQ on Critique
Example
: article:
Surgical Patient Satisfaction A Descriptive and Correlational Study.pdf
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Surgical Patient Satisfaction Sample Quantitative Critique Rubric 5.25.2020.docx
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Quantitative Critique Rubric 5.25.2020.docx
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Choose from the list of articles attached.
DO NOT USE YOUR OWN ARTICLE. YOU MUST CHOOSE FROM THE ARTICLES BELOW:
1. 2020. Klotzbaugh et al. Results_and_implications_from_a_gender_minority..pdf
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2016 Jarrell_MentorshipNeedsNoviceNPs.pdf
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2019 Potts. Teaching it forward.educating parents about hpv hpv vaccine.pdf
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2018 National Study of Nursing Research characteristics at magnet designaed hospitals.pdf
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Please note:
Be sure to use a model such as
Johns Hopkins Evidence Level and Quality Guide
(Links to an external site.)
(Links to an external site.)
or another of your choice to identify the level of evidence of one of the articles above
Rubric
Quantitative Critique Rubric:5.25.20
Quantitative Critique Rubric:5.25.20
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
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Intent of the research: is the title clear?
1
pts
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What is the RQ if stated? What is the hypothesis if stated? (3) What are the issues or variables being studied? What are the IV and DV variables? (3)
6
pts
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Significance of the study: How is the research problem significant to nursing, How will the findings improve practice (5 points)
5
pts
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Methods: What is the study design? Describe. Was this appropriate? (5) What is the level of evidence in this research? Describe the model used to evaluate level of research. (3)
8
pts
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Was the sample randomized or not randomized? (3) Was the process of sample selection addressed? Was the sample size adequate? Was a power analysis done? (3) What evidence was provided that biases were eliminated or minimized? What steps were taken to control confounding participant characteristics that could affect the equivalence of groups being compared? Were these steps adequate? (6)
12
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Methods: What were the inclusion and exclusion criteria? (3) Describe the instrument used- was it reliable/valid? Is this addressed? (3)
6
pts
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Procedures: Describe how the data was collected. Was it consistent? (3) Was the DV always obtained in the same manner? (3)
6
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Analysis: What type of analysis was done? Identify the statistics used- appropriate for level of measurement? All assumptions met? (5) Was analysis appropriate for the design/methods used? Was rational provided for the use of statistical tests? (3)
8
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Were the relevant sample demographics described? (3) Were they used to answer RQ when inferential statistics would have been more appropriate? (3) What were the results of the study? (3) Were any results significant? What do the tests tell about the RQ or hypotheses? (3) Were any tests non-significant? Is it plausible that these reflect a Type II error? (3) What factors might have undermined the study’s statistical conclusion validity? (3)
18
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Was an appropriate amount of statistical information reported? Are the findings clearly and logically organized? (3) Were tables or figures used to summarize large amounts of statistical information? (3)
6
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Results and interpretation: What was the researcher’s interpretation of the results? Do the results make sense? (3) Did the researcher draw reasonable conclusions? (3)
6
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Do the researchers discuss the limitations of the study and their possible effects on the credibility of the research? (3) Did the researchers discuss the generalizability of the results? (3) Did the researchers discuss the implications for clinical practice? (3)
9
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What is your interpretation of the results? (3) How would you improve upon this study if you were to conduct a similar study? (3)
6
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Can the study results make an important contribution? (3)
3
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Total Points:
100
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