Assignment
Conduct a literature search to select a quantitative research study related to the problem identified in Module 1 and conduct an initial critical appraisal. Respond to the overview questions for the critical appraisal of quantitative studies, including:
a) Is this quantitative research report a case study, case control study, cohort study, randomized control trial or systematic review?
b) Where does the study fall in the hierarchy of evidence in terms of reliability and risk of bias?
c) Why was the study done? (Define the problem and purpose.)
d) Were the steps of the study clearly identified?
e) What was the sample size?
f) Are the measurements of major variables reliable and valid? Explain.
g) How were the data analyzed?
h) Were there any untoward events during the conduct of the study?
i) How do the results fit with previous research in the area? (This may be reflected in the literature review.)
j) What does this research mean to clinical practice?
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the assignment, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
Learning Materials
Melnyk, B. M. & Fineout-Overholt, E. (2015). Evidence-based practice in nursing & healthcare: A guide to best practice (3rd ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health. ISBN: 978-1-4511-9094-6. Read Chapters 4 and 5.