Rough Draft Quantitative Research Critique and Ethical Considerations
In this assignment, you will write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of two quantitative research studies.
Use the practice problem and two quantitative, peer-reviewed research articles you identified in the Topic 1 assignment (or two new articles based on instructor feedback in Topic 1) to complete this assignment.
In a 1,000–1,250-word essay, summarize two quantitative studies.
Use the “Research Critique Guidelines – Part II” document to organize your essay.
You are required to cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Rubric Criteria
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Quantitative Studies
Introduction of Nursing Practice Problem, Purpose and Picot Question
Background of Studies
Articles Support of Nursing Practice Problem
Method of Studies
Results of Studies
Ethical Considerations
Thesis, Position, or Purpose
Development, Structure, and Conclusion
Evidence
Mechanics of Writing
Format/Documentation
Please use the last Paper PICOT question and the same topic.
PICOT question: Among patients on dialysis (P), can the implementation of a step-by-step checklist (I) compared to a lack of a step-by-step checklist (C) help reduce the number of infections by at least 75 percent (O) within three months (T)?