Nursing research
NUR 39000 Nursing Research
Module 3 Assignment Critical Thinking, Part 3 Please READ ALL of the following instructions BEFORE providing your answers and responses to the question/items of the Part 3 Worksheet. First, fill out your identification information, as below.
| Name of Group Member (indicate in parenthesis after the name- what specific question(s) each member was responsible to initially address): | Date: | ||
Did all group members participate in the assignment as outlined by the group and adhering to your Team Charter Agreement? Yes_______No______
If your group responded “no” or individually and you have concerns about a member’s work quality and/or timeliness/ and/or contributions to the group and would like your faculty to intervene; please send an e-mail correspondence to your faculty as soon as possible. In your e-mail correspondence, please indicate if you are giving faculty permission to contact the identified student with your group/individual concerns.
Instructions:
· Group members will need access to the approved article , and course texts and APA manual as a minimum to complete this assignment.
· Recall: you will earn a group grade for this assignment.
· Record responses to each question in the “grey” space provided for each question. The grey box will expand as you type.
· Your responses should be your own words and written in complete sentences. “Yes” or “no” answers will not be accepted and will result in point(s) deduction. N/A responses require justification of why that criteria/question does not pertain to your article.
· Minimize use of direct quotes except where specifically requested.
· Requests for tables must include columns and rows if needed. It is not appropriate to use spacing for a table. If you are unfamiliar with how to make a table in a Word document, please to the “Resources” tab in Blackboard and scroll to: “How to Make a Table in a Word Document”. Failure to include a table when asked will result in point deduction for that specific question.
· Review the “Hints” placed throughout the worksheet prior to responding to the question.
· Be sure you understand what the questions are asking and verify that you have addressed all questions within a specific question set. Do not respond until you know what is being asked.
· Contact your faculty if clarification is needed.
· Read through your responses when completed for accuracy of responses, and correct APA format, spelling, and grammar.
· Hint: Lo-Biondo-Wood: Chapters 14, 15, 16 and 18 may be helpful in addressing these questions).
| INSERT the full reference citation for your APPROVED article in the grey space below (NOTE: Use correct APA. Your faculty is aware of indentation challenges and will not deduct points for incorrect indentation). |
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PROVIDE YOUR COMPLETE ANSWERS to each of the following items within this Part 3 Worksheet.
| 11. Collecting Data |
| 11a. Identify the research design for your selected study. Discuss how the data collection method is appropriate (fits or is consistent) with the research design. (You may want to review your response to question 9a-Module 2 Worksheet)
(Hint: This is a question that frequently perplexes past students. It is important for you to understand the concept of design. Basically, what is being asked is the way the researcher(s) collected the data consistent/fits/congruent with the study design. For example, if I was doing an experimental study using human subjects and I collected data from observing mice- this would not fit with an experimental study involving patients- right?! I might suggest that you refer to Resource on the course menu list and review the Quantitative Research Designs Figure in addition to your text-chapter 9). |
| 11b: What specific data/information did the researchers collect? How did this information/data address the research question? Under what specific heading in your article did you find the answer to these questions? Identify the page number(s). |
| 11c: Discuss how the researcher collected the data.
Were specific instruments used to collect the data? If yes, what was the name(s) of the instrument(s)? (Identify the page number you found this information. Make a two-column table; place the exact name of the specific instrument(s) to collect the data (if the researcher developed the instrument and did not name the tool, then state researcher developed tool) and in the second column the page number where you found this information. Make sure you do this for each specific instrument used in this study.
(Hint: Interchangeable terms for “instrument(s) may be tools/survey/questionnaire/measurements/surveys/ test, etc. However, also know that it is possible that the researcher(s) did not use a paper and pencil type tool to collect the data. How data is collected dependent on the research method). |
| 11d: If an instrument was used, what was the type and format of the instrument? (Likert scale (pages 273; 284-85), open-ended question(s), physiologic measure (for example, a blood pressure reading), risk assessment tool, etc.). Make a table and in the first column identify the instrument by name and in the second column identify the type and format of the instrument. Do this for each specific instrument used in this study.
(Hint: You may need to Google the specific name of the instrument and see if you can review the instrument if this information is not provided within your selected article). |
| 11e: How did the participants in the study obtain/receive or gain access to the instruments/tools/survey/questionnaire/physiological measures, etc. in order for the researchers to obtain the data? |
| 11f: Discuss who specifically collected the data. Discuss if the person(s) collecting the data were trained in data collection procedures. (If yes, state page number(s) where you found this information). If this information is not provided in your article-state “Information Not Provided”. |
| 11g: If an instrument/tool/survey/questionnaire etc. was developed/written specifically for the study by the researcher(s), was the reader informed who and how the instrument/tool was developed? |
| 11h: Discuss how the authors presented evidence or discussed the reliability of the instruments/tools/survey/measurements. What page number(s) did your find this information? Did the researchers present the Cronbach’s Alpha or the test-retest reliability related to the instrument? If yes, how would you interpret this statistic related to reliability? If no information was presented in the article on reliability of an instrument, discuss how an instrument would be determined reliable?
(Hint: Review Chapter 15 to address question 11h).
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| 11i: Discuss how the researcher(s) presented evidence or discussed the validity of the instruments/tools/survey/measurements. What type of validity did they implement regarding the instruments/tools/survey/measurements? How did they specifically determine validity? What page number(s) did you find this information? If no information was presented in the article on validity discuss how an instrument would establish validity? Be specific as to type of validity you would expect.
(Hint: Review Chapter 15 to address question 11i). |
| 12. Statistical Analysis |
| 12a: How is the data analyzed? What is the name of method/test provided? State the page number where the data analysis method is identified. Discuss how the analysis fit the research question. For this response, make a table and in column 1 identify the data approach of inferential or descriptive (see Chapter 16 in Lo-Biondo-Wood and Haber) used, in column 2-identify the specific statistic(s) used in your study as it relates to the data approach and the page number where the data analysis method was identified. Lastly, in column 3 provide the rationale for using the specific statistical test as it relates to your selected study. How does this statistical data analysis fit the research question?
(Hint: For example, if the researcher wanted to know the average pulse rate of patients who followed a specific protocol-what would be the appropriate statistic? If you said t-test, you would be asked to think again but if you said mean-you would be congratulated. To address this question, you will need to know the purpose of the identified statistical data analysis method. |
| 12b: What level of measurement is used to measure each of the major research variables? (See pages 282-85). Justify your answer with an example from your study if this information is provided. (State page number where you found this information). To answer this question, you are to make a table: label one column: Research Variable(s); another column: LOM (level of measurement); and the 3rd column: explaining how you knew that was the level of measurement.
(Hint: You may need to use your statistics class notes to address this question, and/or Google level of measurement and/or text chapter 16 and/or scroll to the “level of measurement” at http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/nursing/sonet/rlos/rlolist.php). (Hint 2: Review your CT 2 and identify what independent and dependent variables you correctly identified in question 5d-this is very important in addressing select questions in this section. ). |
| 12c: Identify the statistical test(s) used for varying level of measurements found in your study. Did researchers use an appropriate type of statistic for the level of measurement associated with each variable? Now, copy the table you provided in answering questions 12b. Add a column, indicating the specific statistical test for the level of measurement and another column indicating if the statistical analysis was appropriate answering yes or no and then your rationale for your answer.
(Hint: Sometimes students find this specific question as challenging. It is important for you to understand that the appropriate type of statistical analysis will be based on selection and use of the correct statistical test(s), which depends on the level of measurement of the research variables. For additional guidance, you also may need to refer to the text from your prerequisite statistical course, or you might check resources available via the internet; images about flow of statistical decisions can be found by searching the internet for “flowchart of decision tree for choosing a statistical test”. Relevant information also is available at the following website, http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/nursing/sonet/rlos/rlolist.php. , where learning modules called “reusable learning objects” (RLO) are available. For additional help, see the “RLO entitled, “Descriptive statistics for interval and ratio scale data” AND the RLO: “Probability associated with inferential statistics.” Other resources also may be helpful, such as the following source:
Introduction to SAS. (2007, November). UCLA: Statistical Consulting Group. Retrieved from http://www.ats.ucla.edu/stat/mult_pkg/whatstat/
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| 12d: What are the important/significant findings/results? Place this answer in table format with just one column for listing findings. |
| 12e: Discuss if or how the findings were statistically significant. How did you know the findings were statistically significant? Provide rationale and state the page numbers when appropriate. Was the p value provided? How would you interpret the findings in relation to the p value? Now, copy the table from 12d, add one column indicating if statistical significance was found. Add another column with the p value if provided and exact page number (s) where you found this information. The last column should address your interpretation of the p value as related to the statistical findings.
(Hint: See “Hints” under 12c). |
| 12f: Discuss/identify the effective use of table and figures, ease of interpretation, correct labeling, etc. How did this information add to the reader’s understanding? Discuss what information could have been deleted or added to the tables and figures. (State the page number of all tables and figures in this article). Respond to this question by inserting a table. The first column of the table should indicate the table number/figure number/page number of the table/figure. The second column should address ease of interpretation, and/or correct labeling. The third column should address how this information enhanced your understanding and the last column what information you would suggest needed to be added or deleted to the tables and figures. If you selected article did not include tables or figures, suggest what tables and figures would have been helpful and what data should have been included. |
| 12g: Discuss the researcher(s) report of any bias in the findings.
(Hint: Look at bias in the index in your Lo-Biondo-Wood and Haber text. Sometimes this is addressed in the “Analysis of the Findings, Discussion, or Conclusion sections). |
| 13. Conclusions and Implications |
| 13a: Discuss how you believe the findings advance nursing science. (While this is your thoughts, apply specific findings/information from the study that contributed to your answer). |
| 13b. Discuss if the researcher(s) clearly identify the implications of the research for nursing practice? (State page number where you found this information. If they did not discuss, then write N/A. |
| 13c: What study limitations did the researcher(s) identify? (State the page number where limitations are identified). Discuss any limitations you identify that the researcher(s) did not address from your perspective as the reader. Place identified limitations in a table format and include page number (s) indicated after each limitation. |
| 13d: What did the researcher(s) recommend for future research? (State page number where this information is found). Place identified recommendations in a table format and include page number(s) found after each recommendation. |
| 14: Recommendations |
| 14a: Discuss the researcher(s) recommendations for how this study should inform/change nursing practice. (State the page number where recommendations are located). This answer differs from 13a as this information is taken directly from the article and is not your thoughts. |
| 14b: What recommendations were made by the researcher(s) specifically focused on nursing education? (State the page number(s) where recommendations are located). If not discussed then answer with: This information was not addressed in the article.
(Hint: Remember nursing education is not just attendance at a formal academic program, it may include institution based education.) |
| 14c: What recommendations would you suggest for nursing practice and/or nursing education based on the research findings not identified by the researcher(s)? |
Please add your article citation and add any additional references below, using correct APA format. NOTE: For this assignment submission, you will include your Reference List with your completed worksheet. This assignment is NOT a Safe Assign submission. See the course syllabus about submissions of DRAFT Safe Assign assignments to obtain a DRAFT score for a Similarity Index/Originality Report. PLEASE RECALL: for any DRAFT SAFE ASSIGN submission, do NOT include a reference list
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Grading Rubric – Critical Thinking Paper – First Draft Sections 11-14: Module 3 Please note: Use this grading rubric to guide your responses to the critical thinking assignment in Module 3.
| Tasks | Target: | Acceptable: | Unacceptable: | Not Addressed: |
| 11. Data Collection
· Fit between data collection method and research design · What data was collected · Instruments/ tools/ survey/ questionnaire/ measurements used to collect the data · If instrument used, type and format · How was data collected and by whom? · If instrument was developed specifically for the study · Reliability of instruments/ tools/ survey/ measurements · Validity of instruments/ tools/ survey/ measurements |
Accurate response
Justified appropriately
Clearly understands measurement related to instruments/ tools/ surveys and research terminology
Responses demonstrate a solid understanding of data collection process
Minimal or no improvement needed for final CT paper
Uses table format when asked |
Accurate responses for the majority of responses but a few responses lack substantive justification
Responses reflect a satisfactory understanding of the data collection process but could be improved
Uses table format when asked |
Attempted to respond but response and justification are frequently inaccurate/incorrect
Does not provide page number when requested or frequently does not provide requested page numbers
Responses reflect a limited understanding of the data collection process and needs considerable improvement
Does not use table format as asked. |
Not addressed |
| 7-8 points | 4-6 points | 1-3 points | 0 points | |
| 12. Statistical Analysis and Findings
· Describe data analysis and states page number · Identifies level of measurement used · Descriptive and/or inferential statistics used · Appropriateness of statistics used · Important findings discussed · Statistical significance of findings · Use of tables and figures · Evidence of researcher bias |
Accurately described how data was analyzed and provided explanation
Responses demonstrate a solid and correct understanding of statistical analysis as it relates to the research report
Uses table format when asked |
Accurate responses for the majority of responses but a few responses lack substantive justification or understanding of statistics is questionable on some responses
Responses reflect a satisfactory understanding of statistical analysis as it relates to the research report but could be improved
Uses table format when asked |
Attempted to respond but response and justification are frequently inaccurate/incorrect
Does not provide page number when requested or frequently does not provide requested page numbers
Responses reflect a limited understanding of statistical analysis as it relates to the research report and needs considerable improvement. Minimal understanding of key concepts related to statistical analysis and findings present
Does not use table format as asked |
Not addressed |
| 7-8 points | 4-6 points | 1-3 points | 0 points | |
| 13. Conclusions and Implications
· Relevance and importance of problem in advancing nursing science from own perspective · Implications of findings for nursing practice · Identified limitations of study and page number · Author’s recommendations for future research |
Accurate responses to each question
Justified appropriately
Responses demonstrate a solid understanding of the research process. Minimal or no improvement needed for the final CT paper
Uses table format when asked |
Accurate responses for the majority of responses but a few responses lack substantive justification
Responses reflect a satisfactory understanding of conclusions and implications as it relates to the research report but could be improved
Uses table format when asked |
Attempted to respond but response and justification are frequently inaccurate/incorrect
Does not provide own perspective regarding the advancement of nursing science. Does not provide page number when requested or frequently does not provide requested page numbers
Responses reflect a limited understanding of conclusions and implications as it relates to the research report but need considerable improvement
Does not use table format as asked |
Not addressed |
| 3 points | 2 points | 1 point | 0 points | |
| 14.Recommendations
· Recommendations for nursing practice · Recommendations for nursing education · Self-recommendations for nursing practice and/or education |
Accurate responses to each
Justified appropriately
Responses demonstrate a solid understanding of the research process
Own thoughts are reflective and demonstrate an understanding of the research report |
Accurate responses for the majority of responses but a few responses lack substantive justification
Own thoughts are satisfactory but could be strengthened |
Attempted to respond but response and justification are frequently inaccurate/incorrect or incomplete
Does not always provide page number when requested or frequently does not provide requested page numbers
Own thoughts do not demonstrate a clear understanding of the research report and a cursory understanding at best. |
No addressed |
| 3 points | 2 points | 1 point | 0 points | |
| USE of APA according to the Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.)
Additionally, use of good grammar, spelling and proofreading work is required |
No APA errors whatsoever, congratulations!
No grammar or spelling errors |
Only minor errors in APA rules for format, citation in text and reference list; revisit some of the common errors in APA
OR
Minimal grammar or spelling errors |
Many errors in APA rules for format, citation in text and reference list; revisit some of the common errors in APA
AND
2-3 grammar or spelling errors |
Little attention to APA rules for citation in text and reference list, errors in basic format; need to crack the APA manual.
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