Discussion: Rapid Critical Appraisal

Discussion: Rapid Critical Appraisal

Discussion: Rapid Critical Appraisal

Week 5 discussion We will be reviewing a “keeper study” this week—evaluate an article by working through the following 7 question Again, keeper studies can be identified using handy Rapid Critical Appraisal checklists consisting of a set of simple but important questions. Below are sample questions developed for use with quantitative studies that are applicable to most appraisal situations (it’s important to note that qualitative evidence, if it’s relevant to the clinical question, should not be dismissed): Why was the study done? Make sure the study is directly relevant to the clinical question. What is the sample size? Size can and should vary according to the nature of the study. Since determining a valid minimum sample size in a single study can be difficult, taking into account multiple studies is beneficial. The answer to this question alone should not remove a study from the appraisal process. Are instruments of the variables in the study clearly defined and reliable? Make sure the variables were consistently applied throughout the study and that they measured what the researchers said they were going to measure. How was the data analyzed? Make sure that any statistics are relevant to the clinical question. Were there any unusual events during the study? If the sample size changed, for example, determine whether that has ramifications if you wish to replicate the study. How do the results fit in with previous research in this area? Make sure the study builds on other studies of a similar nature. What are the implications of the research for clinical practice? Ask whether the study addresses a relevant and important clinical issue. As you work on your capstone project proposal, you will want to share your progress with your peers and instructor and seek or provide guidance or share insights. By the due date assigned, go to the Discussion Area and post responses to the discussion question. All responses should be posted to the appropriate topic in this Discussion Area. It is important to support what you say with relevant citations in the APA format from both the course materials and outside resources. Include the South University online library in your research activities utilizing not only the nursing resource database, but also those pertaining to education, business, and human resources. Supporting one—Challenging one. By the end of the week, comment on the responses of at least two other students by supporting a minimum of one post and challenging a minimum of one post. You will want to focus on their point of view, asking pertinent questions, adding to the responses by including information from other sources, and respectfully challenging a point of view, supported by references to other sources. Be objective, clear, and concise. Always use constructive language. All comments should be posted to the appropriate topic in this Discussion Area. Please only start a new thread with your original post. Hit reply to respond to a peer.