...Benchmark - Research Critique Part 2 View Rubric Due Date: Apr 19, 2015 23:59:59 Max Points: 150 Details: Prepare a critical analysis of a quantitative study focusing on protection of human participants, data collection, data management and analysis, problem statement, and interpretation of findings. The quantitative research article can be from your previous literature review or a new peer-reviewed article. Each study analysis will be 1,000-1,250 words and submitted in one document. As with the assignments in Topics 1-3, this should connect to your identified practice problem of interest. Refer to the resource entitled “Research Critique Part 2.” Questions under each heading should be addressed as a narrative, in the structure of a formal paper. You are also required to include an Introduction and Conclusion. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Submit the assignment along with an electronic version of the article used for the analysis. If an electronic version is not available, submit a clean unmarked copy of the article. NRS433V.v10R.ResearchCritiquePart2Guidelines_student.docx ------------------------------------------------- ...
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...visit here: http://mindsblow.us/question_des/NRS-433VAllWeeksDiscussions/2857 contact us at: help@mindblows.us NRS-433V All Weeks Discussions NRS-433V Module 1 DQ 1 Identify two areas of nursing practice, which evidence-based practice has improved patient outcomes. State the study and its impact on patient care. How have these findings changed your nursing practice? Please support your response with a minimum of two supporting peer reviewed articles. NRS-433V Module 1 DQ 2 What similarities and differences can you identify between the nursing process and the research process? NRS-433V Module 2 DQ 1 The theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods are very different, but many researchers believe both methods should be used in the research study to increase validity and reliability. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in using both types of methods in a nursing study? Support your answer with current evidence-based literature. NRS-433V Module 2 DQ 2 Nursing research is used to study a dilemma or a problem in nursing. Examine a problem you have seen in nursing. Why should it be studied? Justify your rationale. NRS-433V Module 3 DQ 1 The three types of qualitative research are phenomenological, grounded theory, and ethnographic research. What are the differences and similarities between two of the three types of studies? NRS-433V Module 3 DQ 2 Qualitative data has been described as voluminous and sometimes overwhelming to the researcher...
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...Comparison Paper Latarshaw Wright NUR/443 July 15, 2013 Instructor: Linda Hansen-Kyle Abstract Research studies are a key element to the implementation of evidence-based practice in nursing, but one must first have a thorough understanding of the study process in order to benefit properly from the findings. The most important concept is to understand if the study is Quantitative or Qualitative in design. The purpose of this paper is to compare and contrast the differences in these two designs by using examples of each to describe. By evaluating each paper and including topics such as the strength of the research question, the strength of the methodology, correct or incorrect sample type and size, appropriate data analysis, complete discussion of findings, and implication for nursing practice and practability of implementation a pattern will appear revealing the likes and differences of the two types of studies. The findings indicate both quantitative and qualitative studies are crucial in the development of scientific research. By incorporating these in the scientific field of research, nursing will continue to grow and evolve. . Comparison Paper The advancement of nursing research has led to evidence-based practice in nursing which in turn leads to positive patient care outcome. Nursing research plays an integral role in nursing education. The 21st century has revolutionized nursing in theoretical and practical aspects of nursing. New innovative ideas...
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...DEVELOPING RESEARCH JOURNAL ARTICLES (IMRAD FORMAT) Quantitative Research Report typically follows the IMRAD format I Introduction M Method R Results A And D Discussion QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH | QUALITATIVE RESEARCH | Introduction – Quantitative Reports * Summarizing existing literature * Describe research problem * Present conceptual framework * State research questions or hypothesisMethod Section Quantitative reports * Describe research design * Explain intervention (if any) * Describe sample and setting * Present Data collection instruments * Explain procedures * Describe data analysis methodsResults Section Quantitative reports * Present descriptive statistics then differential statistics * Order results in terms of their overall importance * If research questions/hypotheses were numbered in the introduction, present results in same sequence * Reporting statistical Test results * Name of statistical test (e.g. t-test) * Value of calculated statistics (e.g. 2.21) * Degree of freedom (e.g. df = 99) * Significance level (eg. P < .05)Discussion Section Quantitative Results * What are the main findings and what do they mean? * What evidence supports the validity of the interpretations? * What limitations might threaten validity? * How do results compare with prior knowledge on the topic? * What can be concluded about use of the findings in nursing practice, nursing education and future nursing research? | Qualitative...
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...Professional Development: Critiquing Research The ability to critique (critically analyse and evaluate) research from both the qualitative and quantitative paradigms is an essential skill for occupational therapists. It is this skill, integrated with expertise gained from clinical practice that underpins evidence based practice (EBP). Although there are many definitions of EBP, Muir Gray (1997) defines it as “an approach to decision making in which the clinician uses the best evidence available, in consultation with the patient, to decide upon the option which suits the patient best." The purpose of this assignment is to enable the development of skills in critical analysis by critiquing a research article, which will contribute to further development of knowledge and skills in using EBP in clinical settings. A framework developed by Hek and Moule (2006) (see pages 3- ) has been used to guide the critique of a research article. A framework was used as Caldwell et al (2010 pg e1) argue that “ frameworks assist the novice healthcare practitioner with learning about approaches to research by giving consideration to aspects of the similarities and differences between the qualitative and quantitative research paradigms.” This framework was chosen as it is comprehensive and covers points/questions raised during the critiquing process, although it is important to remember that it is not a definitive checklist and other...
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...tutorial Preparation Quantitative research Appraisal Pre reading: Lecture preparation Week 8: Quantitative research design. Borbasi, S, Hengstberger-Sims, C, & Jackson, D., (2012).Quantitative research: Summing it up. In Borbasi, S., & Jackson, D. (Eds.). Navigating the maze of research: Enhancing nursing and midwifery practice. (3rd ed.). p. 79-122 Sydney: Elsevier Australia. Ingham-Broomfield, R. (2008). A nurses’ guide to the critical reading of research. Australian Journal of Advanced Nursing, 26 (1) pp. 102-109. Pierson, J.,(2010). Data analysis in quantitative research. In P. Liamputtong (Ed.), Research methods in health: foundations for evidence-based practice (pp. 402-415). South Melbourne: Oxford University Press. Schofield, M.& Knauss, C..,(2010). Surveys and questionnaires in health research. In P. Liamputtong (Ed.), Research methods in health: foundations for evidence-based practice (pp. 213-236). South Melbourne: Oxford University Press. Solutions for Public Health. (2010). Critical skills appraisal program. Retrieved February 12, 2013, from http://www.casp-uk.net/ Activity: 1.0 Define the following terms: 1.1 Quantitative research process; 1.2 theoretical framework; 1.3 variables; 1.4 probability sampling; 1.5 a significant P value; 1.6 clinical significance. 2.0 Complete the table below Adapted from Box 4.1 Classification System for Quantitative Research (Borbasi etal., 2012...
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...The research conducted can be best described as a qualitative, descriptive methodology. While certain data provided a quantitative aspect to this research, it is noted, and stressed by the author, that this research is based on a qualitative methodology 60 Individuals within the research sample were all local and were readily available for questioning. The qualitative nature, small research area and research sampling implies that this research is neither fully complete, nor is it authoritative. Thus the research provides the reader with implications and possibilities as opposed to facts and truths. The researcher conducted a comparative analysis of the data retrieved from the semi-structured interviews. Very simple quantitative analysis and associated methods were applied. For example, if concrete data, numerical information is retrieved in meaningful amounts a quantitative analysis will be conducted. Conceivably, an interviewee may be aware of KM measures (cost savings, increased efficiencies) that impact the study that the researcher is currently unaware of. An example might be that X BDE from Y DIV saved a certain amount of money as a result of a KM initiative. A more appropriate measure might be tied to a training organization, such as a basic training unit, reporting increased transfer of training as a result of a KM initiative. Again, it is unlikely that quantitative data will be gleaned from the semi-structured interviews. An initial research assumption, which the researcher...
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...effect on student achievement. The researcher sought to answer two research questions “Does differentiated instruction have an impact on student achievement?” and “Are there components of differentiated instruction that have a greater impact on student achievement than others?” The study followed a mixed method design and consisted of two parts. First, a quantitative analysis of test scores from the Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) and teacher and student survey results were analyzed as a means to outline broad relationships from the data. Results from the quantitative findings directed the researcher on how to frame the qualitative design. Second, a qualitative analysis of classroom observations and interviews with teachers was conducted. The qualitative portion of this study followed a social interactionism orientation adopted by social interactionism theorist (Blumer, 1969). This approach allowed the researcher to analyze relationships between the differentiation variables. The quantitative data methods of surveys and test scores, qualitative techniques of classroom observations, and teacher interviews were triangulated. Triangulation of data was used to support research findings through independent measures to point to the same conclusions (Webb et al., 1965). The conceptual framework (Hall, 2004) served as the foundation in the identification of the differentiation variables to be studied. The research findings supported the work of learning styles theorists (Dunn...
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...Evidence Based Practice Nursing Implications Evidence Based Practice Nursing Implications Evidence based practice has been changing the direction of care and clinical research with regards safety, patient centered, and cost efficient care delivered to patients. The purpose of this paper will show the importance of Evidence Based Research by defining this form of research and the importance of using the research to improve on nursing practice. It will also show research examples of qualitative and quantitative studies and how it would improve patient outcomes and nursing practice within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Barriers will be discussed that prevent nursing from using and embracing the current research. Finally, the conclusions will summarize the main points of this paper. Importance of Evidence Based Research The importance of evidence based research is, and should, be the driving force on nursing practice to patients. It should go hand in hand with the critical thinking skills that nurses already have and use with regards to care. Evidence Based Research is important because it is an accumulation of information that forms clinical practice. Evidence based research incorporates the patient/family, cost, and safety of care to be delivered. It changes the care from; the way it was always done to the way research proves it should be done, which may still be the way it was always done. The difference is that the now the processes are backed by highly reviewed...
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...Doctor of Business Administration Walden University [last month of quarter you plan to graduate] 200X Abstract Insert abstract here; it should be no more than one page. Abstract text must be double-spaced with no paragraph breaks. Describe the overall research problem being addressed in the first couple of sentences and indicate why it is important (e.g., who would care if the problem is solved). You can include a general introduction of the issue in the first sentence, but you need to move to a clear statement of the research problem being addressed. Identify the purpose and theoretical foundations, if appropriate, summarize the key research question(s), and briefly describe the overall research design, methods and data analytic procedures. Identify the key results, 1 or 2 conclusions, and recommendations that capture the heart of the research. Conclude with a statement on the implications for positive social change. Here are some form and style tips: (a) Limit the abstract to one typed page; (b) maintain the scholarly language used throughout the doctoral study; (c) keep the abstract concise, accurate, and readable; (d) use correct English; (e) ensure each sentence adds value to the reader’s understanding of the research; and (f) use the full name of any acronym and include the acronym in parentheses. Do not include references or citations in the abstract. Per APA style, unless at the start of a sentence, use numerals in the abstract. [Doctoral Study Title] by [your...
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...work submitted in each course must be your own original work. This includes all assignments, exams, term papers, and other projects required by your instructor. Knowingly submitting another person’s work as your own, without properly citing the source of the work, is considered plagiarism. This will result in an unsatisfactory grade for the work submitted or for the entire course. It may also result in academic dismissal from the University. | | EDU7702-2 | Professor Lasko | Discuss Hypothetical Research Design | Research Design | ------------------------------------------------- Faculty Use Only ------------------------------------------------- <Faculty comments here> ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------- <Faculty Name> <Grade Earned> <Writing Score> <Date Graded> Introduction When choosing to conduct research, it is important to create a hypothetical design first which will assist in creating the format for the study. This design is the foundation of all...
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...CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION A handover is defined as “the act of moving power or responsibility from one person or group to another (Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary of Current English 2005)”. In healthcare and clinical context, the term “handover” applies to the transferring of a patient’s information between two health care providers, when the patient receives care in a different location, or when another healthcare provider is responsible of the patient (ACSQHC 2005). The American word “handoff” also signifies the same meaning. Nursing handovers are often being described as a ritual, which stemmed from the medical concept preliminarily in the 1880s, whereby the nursing sister would direct the nurses on duty after hearing reports from the night shift nurses and the doctors’ rounds (Walsh and Ford 1989). The repetitive characteristic of the traditional handover does not encourage nurses to think critically or share different views, therefore depicted as a “ritual” (Kerr et al 2011). 1.1 BACKGROUND OFTHE STUDY The aim of a nursing shift handover is to precisely inform the patient’s general condition, care plan, treatment and expectations in a timely manner (Runy 2008). The process, if made without a systematic standardized method, would lead to errors and jeopardizes patient’s safety (ACSQHC 2010). Reported adverse events from handovers include unnecessary procedure and investigations, delayed diagnosis or treatments, prolonged hospitalization...
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...researcher's use of a reflective research diary in the quantitive measure of a mixed methods study and to recommend resulting changes to practice. Reflexivity is often regarded as a useful tool for ensuring the standard of qualitative research. Reflexivity provides transparent information about the positionality and personal values of the researcher that could affect data collection and analysis; this research process is deemed to be best practice. A reflective research diary also allows researchers to record observations about the research process. However, such diaries are rarely used in quantitative research and are even contraindicated. A reflective research diary maintained while conducting a retrospective audit of 150 hospice casenotes. A reflective research diary was written at the end of every research session to keep a detailed history of the research process and to critically reflect on the researcher's thoughts, feelings and observations on the day's work. This paper raises questions about whether reflexivity is appropriate in quantitative research, whether it has the capacity to add something of value or whether it endangers the robustness of the method. The authors consider the place of grounded theory's commitment to reflexivity in this mixed-methods study and discuss whether reflexivity offers any benefits to researcher development. Use of reflexivity had a positive impact on the progress of the quantitative measure of this study: it enabled...
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...Running head: QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH STUDY Quantitative Research Study Knowledge Pressure Ulcer Prevention among Nursing Professionals Jeamol Joseph Grand Canyon University NRS-433= Introduction to Nursing Research 24 July, 2011 Quantitative Research Study Nursing research is a process which helps to improve the patient outcomes through a thorough analysis of data collected and making new contributions to the healthcare field. Evidence based nursing is the process by which nurses make clinical decisions using the best available. In quantitative studies researchers identify the problem and collect relevant data from subjects. The researchers plan in advance the steps to be taken and collect data in numerical form. In qualitative studies, researchers collect narrative descriptions. Data is collected and progression takes place as the research is continuing. Nursing research is systematic search to develop evidence on problems of nursing profession. Now days hospitals deliver higher quality care to critical patients .In hospital settings these patients are more susceptible to hospital acquired infections and injuries. All the institutions have used effective strategies to avoid complications that keep their patient’s safety at risk. Quality improving programs and patient safety committees are available in all hospitals to promote patient safety. Pressure ulcer or bed sores are important problem in hospitals and nursing homes. Pressure ulcers prolong the hospital stay...
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...Qualitative enquiry adopts an exploratory orientation whereas quantitative enquiry is usually designed to find relationships among variables. How does this difference in research orientation affect the data collection and data analysis methods used for the two types of educational enquiry? Illustrate your answer with examples. Distinctive features of much qualitative research are: • ‘It tends to adopt an exploratory orientation in research design.’ (Study Guide, p. 75) Research problem is not well-defined when data are being collected. Thus, research data tend to be unstructured. • Neither numerical data nor statistical analysis is central to the data analysis. ‘Instead, the aim is to document the character of perspectives and activities of the people in the study, and/or how they employ various discourses – why these discourses take the form that they do, and perhaps also what the implications or consequences are. (Study Guide, p. 76) Thus, the choice of approach will be influenced by theoretical ideas and the methodological philosophies. The first of these orientations is strongly influenced by interpretivism. This orientation may promote the use of relatively unstructured interviews where interviewees feel relaxed and able to reveal their genuine perspectives. The second orientation ‘is concerned with finding out what actually happens in a situation as against what people say happens – what people actually do rather than what they say they do.’...
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