FInd a quantitative research article and answer the following questions based on that
article
1. Individual Paper—Topic: Critique of Quantitative Research Study
Assignment Instructions:
Students choose a topic of interest for a quantitative study.
The study may be experimental, quasi-experimental, or nonexperimental.
Submit the paper and a copy of the research study to the instructor.
The paper will have four parts, written in APA format:
Introduction
Cite the study using APA format.
Describe the search description including: inclusion and exclusion criteria, key words, and databases searched.
How does the author describe the purpose of the research study?
Body—Answer the following critique questions, giving the rationale for each question using individual APA headings
What research design was used?
Is the research design appropriate for the study?
How are randomization, control, and manipulation applied?
How are human subjects protected in this study?
What statistical analysis was used?
Are the statistical tests appropriate for this study?
How was the sample chosen?
Are all threats to internal validity addressed?
Are all threats to external validity addressed?
Are the study limitations described in full?
Are there reasons to believe that there are alternative explanations for the findings?
Are the findings generalizable to the larger population of interest?
Conclusion
What suggestions do you have for making changes in practice based on this article?
What suggestions do you have for further research?
What barriers exist that may prevent the implementation of the recommended changes?
How can interprofessional teams be used to make improvements based on evidence?
References
Provide a reference list in APA format including all references cited in the paper.
