The Analyzing Published Research paper is the second of three related assignments in this course. It is due in Week 5. The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic.

Submit your assignment as indicated by your instructor on the Calendar.

– Paper is already completed just needs it to be added to the Sample template attached and add additional information under the subtitles.

NR449 RUA: Analyzing Published Research Guidelines

NR449 RUA: Analyzing Published Research Guidelines

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Clinical Question Required criteria
1. Describe the problem: What is the focus of your group’s work?
2. Significance of problem: What health outcomes result from your problem? Or what statistics document this is a problem? You may find support on websites for government or professional organizations.
3. Purpose of the paper: What will your paper do or describe? 

30 pts

Highest Level of Performance

Includes 3 requirements for section.

26 pts

High Level of Performance

Includes 2 requirements for section.

24 pts

Satisfactory Performance

Includes 1 requirement for section.

11 pts

Unsatisfactory Performance

Present, yet includes no required criteria.

0 pts

Not Present

No requirements for this section presented.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Evidence Matrix Table: Data Summary (Appendix A)Required criteria
Categorize items in the Matrix Table, including proper in-text citations and reference list entries for each article.
1. References (recent publication within the last 5 years)
2. Purpose/Hypothesis/Study Question(s)
3. Variables: Independent (I) and Dependent (D)
4. Study Design
5. Sample Size and Selection
6. Data Collection Methods
7. Major Findings (Evidence)

60 pts

Highest Level of Performance

Includes 7 requirements for section.

56 pts

High Level of Performance

Includes 6 requirements for section.

47 pts

Satisfactory Performance

Includes 5 requirements for section.

25 pts

Unsatisfactory Performance

Includes 4 or less requirements for section.

0 pts

Not Present

No requirements for this section presented.

60 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Description of Findings Required criteria
Describe the data in the Matrix Table, including proper in-text citations and reference list entries for each article.
1. Compare and contrast variables within each study.
2. What are the study design and procedures used in each study; qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-method study, levels of confidence in each study, etc.?
3. Participant demographics and information.
4. Instruments used, including reliability and validity.
5. How do the research findings provide evidence to support your clinical problem, or what further evidence is needed to answer your question?
6. Next steps: Identify two questions that can help guide the group’s work.