You will submit a critique that critically appraises ONE research article from the list in your Interact site. This critique should be written in essay format and should include:
• A short discussion that highlights the value of research to nursing in general and the impact that research in the area of your chosen article makes to nursing and Evidence Based practice. (approx 500 words); and
• A critique of the key components of your chosen research article (approx. 2000 words). These key components consist of, but are not limited to:
o Title
o Abstract
o Introduction
o Literature Review
o Methodology/ sample/ ethics
o Data collection strategies
o Data analysis/ Results
o Discussion/ Limitations/ Conclusions
Rationale:
This assessment addresses the following learning outcomes:
• evaluate the relationships between research, evidence based practice; and nursing and midwifery
• describe the research process and explain its components
• critically evaluate research articles and their applicability to practice