BSN422 Module 4 Assignment 1
Module Four: Quantitative Research: Design, Procedures, Interpretation, and Evidence-based Practice
Module 4 Overview
Introduction: Module 4 continues with an exploration of quantitative research designs, methodological procedures, data interpretation, and application to evidence-based practice.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module, you will be able to:
Evaluate the relationships between nursing research designs in quantitative studies and EBP.
Reading & Resources
Read: Chapter 6 (pp. 131-153), Chapter 7 (pp. 157-185), Chapter 8 (pp. 189-226) Chapter 12 (pp.323-350)& Chapter 13 (pp. 351-380) In Houser, J. (2018). Nursing research: Readings, using & creating evidence (4th ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Harris, M. F., Chan, B. C., Laws, R. A., Williams, A. M., Davies, G. P., Jayasinghe, U. W., … Milat, A. (2013). The impact of a brief lifestyle intervention delivered by generalist community nurses (CN SNAP trial). BMC Public Health, 13(1). doi:10.1186/1471-2458-13-375
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Assignment 1
Examine "The impact of a brief lifestyle intervention delivered by generalist community nurses" which can be accessed in the Module 4 Overview. In a 5 page paper (excluding title page and references), evaluate the study according to research design methods, procedures and study results, for example, see Evaluating a quantitative study (Houser, 2018, p. 345 & p. 377), Include a discussion on how the study contributes to evidence-based practice (EBP).
Please remember to follow APA 6th edition formatting for the title page, body of the paper, and reference page. Use the rubric below to help you complete your assignment.
Rubric or Grading Criteria:
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Competency |
28 points |
21 points |
14 points |
0 points |
Total |
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Evaluates research design |
Evaluates research design of study using all of the components of the evaluation checklists in Houser 2018, p. 345). |
Evaluates research design of study using most (75%)components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). |
Evaluates research design of study using some (50%)components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). |
No paper submitted or content missing less than 25% of the components evaluated |
/28 |
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Evaluates methods/procedures and results |
Evaluates methods/procedure, and results of the study using all of the components of the evaluation checklist in Houser 2018, p.377). |
Evaluates methods/procedure and results of the study using most (75%) components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). |
Evaluates methods/procedures and results of the study using some (50%) components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). |
No paper submitted or content missing less than 25% of the components evaluated |
/28 |
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Clinical practice implications |
Discusses how the study contributes to EBP and clinical practice |
Discusses EBP in general but not how the study contributes to EBP. |
Discusses research and evidence but not clinical implications in practice |
No paper submitted or content missing |
/28 |
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Competency |
7 points |
5 points |
2.5 points |
0 points |
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APA format |
Demonstrates competent use of mechanics and APA |
Minimal APA errors Two unique errors i.e. abbreviations and in text citation |
Many APA errors More than two APA errors |
Complete lack of understanding APA format |
/7 |
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Competency |
3 points |
2 points |
1 points |
0 points |
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Organization |
Organization excellent, ideas clear and arranged logically, transitions smooth, no flaws in logic. |
Organization good; ideas usually clear and arranged in acceptable sequence; transitions usually smooth, good support
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Organization minimally effective; problems in approach, sequence, support and transitions
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Organization does not meet requirements |
/3 |
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Grammar |
Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage correct and idiomatic, consistent with Standard American English
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Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage good mostly consistent with Standard American English; errors do not interfere with meaning or understanding |
Grammar, punctuation, mechanics and usage distracting and often interfere with meaning or understanding |
Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage interfere with understanding |
/3 |
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References |
References are relevant, authoritative and contemporary |
Adequate references |
Minimal use of appropriate references |
Poor use and/or selection of references not relevant |
/3 |
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Total Possible = |
/100 |
Submission status
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