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, (2021) on p: 304- guideline for critiquing data collection plans in quantitative studies and structured data collection methods; p.381- guideline for critiquing descriptive studies, p. 408-guideline for critiquing bivariate inferential analyses, p. 465- guideline for critiquing interpretations in discussion sections of quantitative research reports. 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.
IMPORTANT: You must use the 4 articles linked below. If you choose an article different than these, you will be asked to redo the assignment using one of four articles provided.
Research Critique Introduction
Research Critique Introduction Transcript.docx
This assignment enables the learners to meet Course SLO #1
FAQ on Critique
Example: article: Surgical Patient Satisfaction A Descriptive and Correlational Study.pdf – sample only- do not use. Example critique from above article: Surgical Patient Satisfaction Sample Quantitative Critique Rubric 5.25.2020.docx
Quantitative Critique Rubric 2.6.2021.docx
Choose from the list of articles attached. DO NOT USE YOUR OWN ARTICLE. YOU MUST CHOOSE FROM THE ARTICLES BELOW:
1. Nantsupawat, A., Nanrsupwat, R., Kunaviktikul, W., Turale, S., & Poghosyan, L. (2016). Nurse burnout, nurse-reported quality of care, and patient outcomes in Thai hospitals. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 48(1), 83-90. doi: 10.1111/jnu.1218 2015. Nantsupawat et al. Nurse Burnout, Nurse-Reported Quality of Care, and Patient Outcomes in Thai Hospitals.pdf
2. Alamrani, M., Alammar, K., Alqahtan, S., & Salem, O. (2018). Comparing the effects of simulation-based and traditional teaching methods o the critial thinking abilities and self-confidence of nursing students. The Journal of Nursing Research, 28(3), 152-157. 2018. Alamrani. Comparing the effects of simulation based and traditioal teaching methods on the critical thinking abilities and self confidence of nursing students.docx
3. Ayik, C., & Ozden, D. (2018). The effects of preoperative aromatherapy massage on anxiety and sleep quality of colorectal surgery patients: A randomized controlled study. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 26, 93-99.
2018. Ayik et al. The effects of preoperative aromatherapy massage on anxiety and sleep quality of colorectal surgery patients. a randomized controlled trial-1.docx
4. Jokar, M., Delam, H., Bakhtiari, S., Askari, A., Bazrafshan, M., & Shokrpour, N. (2020). The effects of inalation lavendar aromatherapy on postmenopausal women’s depression and anxiety: A randomized clinical trial. The Journal of Nurse Practitioners, 16, 617-622. ‘2020. Jokar et al. The Effects of Inhalation Lavender Aromatherapy on Postmenopausal depresion and anxiety. a randomized clinical trial..pdf
Please note:
1. 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 Polit and Beck. (2021), p. 29 to appraise the evidence
2. Students earning < 80% will have an opportunity to revise their paper and resubmit it to improve their grade. This will be permitted only 1 time/per assignment; the highest grade that can be achieved with a resubmission is 80%.
Rubric
Quantitative Critique Rubric:5.25.20
Quantitative Critique Rubric:5.25.20
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Intent of the research: is the title clear?
1 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Significance of the study: How is the research problem significant to nursing, How will the findings improve practice (5 points)
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Methods: What were the inclusion and exclusion criteria? (3) Describe the instrument used- was it reliable/valid? Is this addressed? (3)
6 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Procedures: Describe how the data was collected. Was it consistent? (3) Was the DV always obtained in the same manner? (3)
6 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome 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 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Can the study results make an important contribution? (3)
3 pts
Total Points: 100
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