Assignment: Quantitative Critique
Prompt:
Use the attached article provided. Start by filling out the provided Quantitative review worksheet. Then, using the worksheet as your guide, write a critique to dig deeper into each section and identify the specific examples of each element (e.g., what is the research question? Does the author justify the importance of the research? In the case of a literature review, has the author examined the relevant literature?). Elaborate on each section and evaluate it for its strengths and limitations. Be sure to identify your chosen article and address the following critical elements:
- Critique
o Purpose and Research Question: What is the research question? Does the author justify the importance of the research?
o Design and Methods: What design and methods were used? Are they rigorous and systematic?
o Validity and Reliability: Is the study valid and reliable? (For qualitative research, this section of your critique should consider the study's trustworthiness and rigor.)
o Findings and Conclusions: Are the conclusions reasonable given the findings?
- Evaluation: What are the strengths and weaknesses of the research article? Do you agree with the author's conclusions? Why or why not? Did the author succeed or fail in the purpose of the study? Recommend areas for improvement or suggest direction for future research.
Article: Effects of Localized Cold Therapy on Pain in Postoperative Spinal Fusion Patients A Randomized Control Trial by Patricia Quinlan, Jack Davis, Kara Fields, Pia Madamba, Lisa Colman, Daniela Tinca and Regina Cannon Drake.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. 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.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
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