Disc 1, Compare
independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables.
Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous
variables. Provide an example of how this is applied using a
peer-reviewed, primary research article.
Disc 2.
Select a research article that uses a randomized controlled trial
focusing on a clinical nursing problem of your choice. Use this research
article to address the following questions:
- Provide an APA reference of the article including a GCU permalink or working link used to access the article.
- Using
the “CASP Randomized Controlled Trial Checklist,” found in topic
Resources, evaluate the study. Based on your findings, summarize the
critical appraisal of the selected research article. - Do the
benefits of the experimental intervention outweigh the harms and costs?
Identify and discuss one other ethical consideration applicable to
quantitative research studies such as this one.
Initial discussion
question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two
references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should
be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion
Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class
Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion
question posts and participation posts, respectively.
The purpose of this assignment is to synthesize a literature review
that will be used to draw conclusions in order to propose an
evidence-based practice change to address your identified nurse practice
problem.
Using the “Literature Evaluation Table” assignment
in Topic 1, and accompanying faculty feedback, you will synthesize the
information created for your PICOT question into a literature review and
evidence-based proposal.
In a 1,500-1,750-word paper, provide an overview that illustrates the research related to your particular PICOT question.
Use the following components from the “Literature Evaluation Table” to complete the assignment:
- Identified practice problem
- Two qualitative peer-reviewed research articles
- Two quantitative peer-reviewed research articles
Use the “Research Critiques and Evidence-Based Practice Proposal Guidelines” document to organize your paper.
You
are required to cite a minimum of four peer-reviewed sources to
complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5
years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing
practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This
assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning
the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful
completion.
