Use the Galen library database to find one primary quantitative research article on any nursing topic recently published this year in a nursing journal. Read the article and in one paragraph (7 to 8 sentences) provide a rapid critical appraisal by answering the following questions. Support your response by citing and referencing the research article.
- What was the research design?
- Was the sampling method and size appropriate for the research question? Explain.
- What were the dependent and independent (outcome) variables?
- Were valid and reliable instruments/surveys used to measure outcomes? Explain.
- What were the main results of the study?
- Was there statistical significance? Explain.
- How would you use the study results in your practice to make a difference in patient outcomes?