Week 6 literature search, rapid critical appraisal and summary

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NR350 Research in Nursing

Literature Search, Rapid Critical Appraisal, and Summary

Rapid Critical Appraisal Checklist

Article

References

Purpose

Hypothesis

Study Question(s)

Variables

Independent(I)

Dependent(D) if Applicable

Study Design

/Methods

Sample

Size &

Selection

Data Collection

Methods

Major Finding(s)

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(SAMPLE ARTICLE)

Smith, Lewis (2013),

What should I eat? A focus for those living with diabetes. Journal of Nursing Education, 1 (4) 111-112.

How do educational support groups effect dietary modifications in patients with diabetes?

D-Dietary modifications

I-Education

Quantitative

N- 18

Convenience sample-selected from local support group in Pittsburgh, PA

Focus Groups

Support and education improved compliance with dietary modifications.

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