RUA: Analyzing Published Research

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Chamberlain College of Nursing NR449 Evidence-Based Practice

Evidence Matrix Table

Article

Reference

Purpose

Hypothesis

Study Question

Variables

Independent(I)

Dependent(D)

Study Design

Sample

Size and Selection

Data Collection

Methods

Major Findings

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(sample not a real 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

Qualitative

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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2

3

4

5

NR449 Evidence Matric Table.docx Revised10/20/14 ns/cs

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