Assignment: Quantitative
Conduct a literature search to select a quantitative research study related to the problem identified in Module and conduct an initial critical appraisal. Respond to the overview questions for the critical appraisal of quantitative studies, including:
o Is this quantitative research report a case study, case control study, cohort study, randomized control trial or systematic review?
o Where does the study fall in the hierarchy of evidence in terms of reliability and risk of bias?
o Why was the study done? (Define the problem and purpose.)
o Were the steps of the study clearly identified?
o What was the sample size?
o Are the measurements of major variables reliable and valid? Explain.
o How were the data analyzed?
o Were there any untoward events during the conduct of the study?
o How do the results fit with previous research in the area? (This may be reflected in the literature review.)
o What does this research mean to clinical practice?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.