Identify the concepts explored in the literature review.

Describe the problem as it is presented in the study.
State the purpose of the research.
Have the investigators placed the study problem within the context of existing nursing or healthcare knowledge?
Will the study solve a problem relevant to nursing?
Review of the Literature (may be part of the author’s introduction or conclusion)

Identify the concepts explored in the literature review.
Are the references current in relation to the publication date of the study? If not, what are the possible reasons for using older sources?
Theoretical Framework

Do the authors identify their overall assumptions or a theoretical framework for the study? Are these assumptions appropriate for the study?
Does the research draw only on nursing theory, or does it draw on theory from other disciplines?
If a formal theory is not identified, suggest one (preferably a nursing theory) that might be suitable for the study.

What is the research question or the hypothesis? Is it clearly stated or implied?
What are the independent and dependent variables in the hypothesis or research question?
Are the variables clearly defined so that the reader understands the researchers interpretation of the variables?
Is the dependent variable concrete and measurable?
Methodology

What type of design (quantitative, qualitative) was used in this study?
Was inductive or deductive reasoning used in this study?
State the sample size and study population, sampling method, and study setting.
Did the investigator choose a probability or non-probability sample?
Describe how the independent variable was tested or surveyed in the study.
Describe how the dependent variable was measured.
Discuss the reliability and the validity (quantitative) or the credibility (qualitative) of the measurement tools.
How were ethical considerations addressed? What ethical considerations were necessary for this type of study?
Data Analysis

What data analysis method was used?
How were the results in the study presented to the reader?
Discuss at least one (1) finding from the authors results and relate it to the dependent variable of the study.
Summary/Conclusions, Implications, and Recommendations

What are strengths and limitations of the study other than those stated by the authors?
Can the researcher generalize the findings to other populations? Explain.
What is the significance of the findings and conclusions for you in your personal nursing practice? For nursing as a profession?
The body of your paper should be 46 pages double-spaced plus a cover page and a reference page. The critique must be attached to the article and follow APA Style guidelines.

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Due Sunday, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time)

Points: 280

Rubric
NURS_350_DE – NURS350-Research Critique
NURS_350_DE – NURS350-Research Critique
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch Problem/Purpose
28 to >22.12 pts
Accomplished
Research problem, purpose of research, and relevance to nursing are clearly identified.
22.12 to >16.52 pts
Emerging
Research problem, purpose of research, and relevance to nursing are somewhat identified.
16.52 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Research problem, purpose of research, and relevance to nursing are absent or mostly misidentified.
28 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReview of the Literature
42 to >33.18 pts
Accomplished
Concepts explored in the literature review are clearly identified. Critique of the references is included and well developed.
33.18 to >24.78 pts
Emerging
Concepts explored in the literature review are somewhat identified. Critique of the references is included, but may not be fully developed.
24.78 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Concepts explored in the literature review are misidentified or absent. Critique of the references is absent or severely lacking.
42 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTheoretical Framework
28 to >22.12 pts
Accomplished
A theoretical concept/framework is identified and well analyzed for appropriateness. If the article lacks a concept/framework, a suitable one is suggested.
22.12 to >16.52 pts
Emerging
A theoretical concept/framework is somewhat identified and analyzed for appropriateness. If the article lacks a concept/framework, a potential concept/framework is suggested, but it is somewhat inappropriate.
16.52 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
A theoretical concept/framework is somewhat identified and analyzed for appropriateness. If the article lacks a concept/framework, a potential concept/framework is suggested, is not identified or is grossly inappropriate.
28 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVariables, Hypotheses, Questions, and Assumptions
14 to >11.06 pts
Accomplished
IV and DV are identified and defined. Discussion on measurability is included. Research question and hypothesis are identified.
11.06 to >8.26 pts
Emerging
IV and DV are somewhat identified and or partially defined. Discussion on measurability is somewhat included. Research question and hypothesis are partially identified.
8.26 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
IV and DV identification and definition are absent or severely lacking. Discussion on measurability is absent or inaccurate. Research question and hypothesis are not identified or grossly misidentified.
14 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMethodology
56 to >44.24 pts
Accomplished
Type of design, sample size, study population, sampling method, and type of reasoning are properly identified. The use of the independent variable and measurement of the dependent variable are described. Reliability and validity of measurement tools, ethical considerations, and probability vs. non-probability sampling are discussed.
44.24 to >33.04 pts
Emerging
Type of design, sample size, study population, sampling method, and type of reasoning are somewhat identified. The use of the independent variable and measurement of the dependent variable are somewhat described. Reliability and validity of measurement tools, ethical considerations, and probability vs. non-probability sampling are discussed, but some information is inaccurate.
33.04 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Type of design, sample size, study population, sampling method, and type of reasoning are absent or misidentified. The use of the independent variable and measurement of the dependent variable are absent or misidentified. Reliability and validity of measurement tools, ethical considerations, and probability vs. non-probability sampling are either absent or grossly inaccurate.
56 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeData Analysis
42 to >33.18 pts
Accomplished
Data analysis tool is identified. An explanation on how the results are presented in the study is included and accurate. At least one finding is appropriately identified.
33.18 to >24.78 pts
Emerging
Data analysis tool is somewhat identified. An incomplete explanation on how the results are presented in the study is included. At least one finding is identified.
24.78 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Data analysis tool is absent or misidentified. An explanation on how the results are presented in the study is absent or grossly unclear. Findings are not included or are grossly inaccurate.
42 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary, Conclusions, Implications, and Recommendations
56 to >44.24 pts
Accomplished
Strengths and limitations of the study are identified. A discussion on whether or not the study can be generalized is included. An evaluation of the findings, conclusions, and significance to nursing and personal nursing practice is included and appropriate.
44.24 to >33.04 pts
Emerging
Strengths and limitations of the study are somewhat identified. A discussion on whether or not the study can be generalized is included but may not be fully developed. An evaluation of the findings, conclusions, and significance to nursing and personal nursing practice may not be fully developed.
33.04 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Strengths and limitations of study are absent or lacking. A discussion on whether or not the study can be generalized is absent or lacking. An evaluation of the findings, conclusions, and significance to nursing and personal nursing practice is absent or inappropriate.
56 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA Format
14 to >11.06 pts
Accomplished
Written in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner. Responses are mostly error free. Information from sources is appropriately paraphrased and accurately cited. The article chosen has not been used in other assignments in this course.
11.06 to >8.26 pts
Emerging
Writing is generally clear and organized but is not concise or formal in language. Multiple errors exist in spelling and grammar with minor interference with readability or comprehension. Most information from sources is correctly paraphrased and cited. The article chosen has not been used in other assignments in this course.
8.26 to >0 pts
Unsatisfactory
Writing is generally unclear and unorganized. Errors in spelling and grammar detract from readability and comprehension. Sources are missing or improperly cited. The article chosen has been used in a prior assignment in this course.
14 pts
Total Points: 280

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