Traumatic Stress in Pediatric Nurses Quantitative Critique

NSG 3036: Introduction to Nursing Research
Quantitative Critique Paper

Points
(100) Sections to be Addressed Areas for Consideration
10 Points 1. Research problem/hypothesis
The purpose and significance of the study.
Is the research question or hypothesis clearly stated?
Are the theories and concepts clearly defined? Explain
10 Points 2. Review of the literature (ch.5)
Types of literature used in the review (primary, secondary, seminal). Are the studies used within the article conducted within the last 5 years? How are the studies in the literature review related to the topic of interest? How does the review provide support for the need for the present study? Compare and contrast the major findings in the literature review).
10 Points 3. Research design
(ch.12)
Identify the research design and why was the design most appropriate to study the topic of interest?
10 Points 4. Sampling
(ch.7)

Identify the sampling strategies. How were the subjects selected? How many of the sample participated? Were the inclusion and exclusion criteria clearly stated?
5 Points 5. Ethical consideration How were human rights protected?
10 Points 6. Data collection Explain the data collection process.
10 Points 7. Data analysis
(ch. 9 & 13)
How was the data analyzed? What statistical test was used any why was it appropriate? Did the researcher identify type 1 error (p value) or type 2 error?
10 Points 8. Validity and Reliability
(ch.9)
How was the validity and reliability of the instrument maintained?
10 Points 9. Findings What are the study findings? Are study limitations identified? If a hypothesis was identified was it supported?
10 Points 10. Nursing implications What are the strengths and weaknesses of this study? How will this study impact your nursing practice?
5 Points 11. APA 7th ed. Format The paper, cover & reference pages must follow APA 6th ed guidelines & include correct spelling, grammar & sentence structure.