Appl of Evidence- Based Rerch

Week 2 Discussion: Appraisal of Quantitative Research

Use the Galen library database to find one

primary
 quantitative research article on any 

nursing
 topic recently published 

this year
 in a 

nursing journal
. Read the article and in 

one
paragraph (7 to 8 sentences) provide a rapid critical appraisal by answering the following questions. 

Support your response by citing and referencing the research article.

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1. What was the research design?

2. Was the sampling method and size appropriate for the research question? Explain.

3. What were the dependent and independent (outcome) variables?

4. Were valid and reliable instruments/surveys used to measure outcomes? Explain.

5. What were the main results of the study?

6. Was there statistical significance? Explain.

7. How would you use the study results in your practice to make a difference in patient outcomes?