DNP 816009 Quantitative Article Critique

DNP 816009 Quantitative Article Critique

DNP 816009 Quantitative Article Critique

This assignment will consist of a quantitative article critique with a focus on the methods, statistics, analysis and interpretation. It will be important to analyze and evaluate the article not just summarize – for example it is not enough to say the sample size was adequate. You should state the sample size and state why you know it was adequate. Do NOT cut/paste from the article- this is YOUR interpretation and analysis of the article. If you use Polit or another source to substantiate your comment, then reference the source. Do not include quotes in the critique.

If you want more specifics to help you with the critique: check out Polit & Beck, (2017) on p:291- Box 13.3 and 13.4 (p. 304 in 11ith edition, Box 14.3 and 14.4) guideline for critiquing data collection plans in quantitative studies and structured data collection methods; Box 16.1 on p. 371- guideline for critiquing descriptive studies (11th Ed, p. 381, Box 17.1), p. 399-guideline for critiquing bivariate inferential analyses Box 17.1 (11th Ed [/ 4-8. Box 17.1), p. 457- Box 20.1- guidelines for critiquing interpretations in discussion sections of quantitative research reports (11th Ed. Box 21.1, p, 465). These guidelines break down the components of the critique process for quantitative research.

Write your critique directly into the rubric. Do not do it in paragraph form.

Research Critique Introduction

This assignment enables the learners to meet Course SLO #1

Example: article: 

Quantitative Critique Rubric:5.25.20

Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntent of the research: is the title clear?

1 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat is the RQ if stated? What is the hypothesis if stated? (3) What are the issues or variables being studied? What are the IV and DV variables? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSignificance of the study: How is the research problem significant to nursing, How will the findings improve practice (5 points)

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMethods: What is the study design? Describe. Was this appropriate? (5) What is the level of evidence in this research? Describe the model used to evaluate level of research. (3) DNP 816009 Quantitative Article Critique

8 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWas the sample randomized or not randomized? (3) Was the process of sample selection addressed? Was the sample size adequate? Was a power analysis done? (3) What evidence was provided that biases were eliminated or minimized? What steps were taken to control confounding participant characteristics that could affect the equivalence of groups being compared? Were these steps adequate? (6)

12 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMethods: What were the inclusion and exclusion criteria? (3) Describe the instrument used- was it reliable/valid? Is this addressed? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProcedures: Describe how the data was collected. Was it consistent? (3) Was the DV always obtained in the same manner? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis: What type of analysis was done? Identify the statistics used- appropriate for level of measurement? All assumptions met? (5) Was analysis appropriate for the design/methods used? Was rational provided for the use of statistical tests? (3)

8 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWere the relevant sample demographics described? (3) Were they used to answer RQ when inferential statistics would have been more appropriate? (3) What were the results of the study? (3) Were any results significant? What do the tests tell about the RQ or hypotheses? (3) Were any tests non-significant? Is it plausible that these reflect a Type II error? (3) What factors might have undermined the study’s statistical conclusion validity? (3)

18 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWas an appropriate amount of statistical information reported? Are the findings clearly and logically organized? (3) Were tables or figures used to summarize large amounts of statistical information? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResults and interpretation: What was the researcher’s interpretation of the results? Do the results make sense? (3) Did the researcher draw reasonable conclusions? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDo the researchers discuss the limitations of the study and their possible effects on the credibility of the research? (3) Did the researchers discuss the generalizability of the results? (3) Did the researchers discuss the implications for clinical practice? (3)

9 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat is your interpretation of the results? (3) How would you improve upon this study if you were to conduct a similar study? (3)

6 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCan the study results make an important contribution? (3)

3 pts

Total Points: 100