NRS 433 Topic 3 Assignment: Rough Draft Quantitative Research Critique and Ethical Considerations

Assessment Description

In this assignment, you will write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of two quantitative research studies.

Use the practice problem and two quantitative, peer-reviewed research articles you identified in the Topic 1 assignment (or two new articles based on instructor feedback in Topic 1) to complete this assignment.

In a 1,000–1,250-word essay, summarize two quantitative studies.

Use the “Research Critique Guidelines – Part II” document to organize your essay.

You are required to cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 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.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

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Rubric Criteria

Total190 points

Criterion

1. Unsatisfactory

2. Insufficient

3. Approaching

4. Acceptable

5. Target

Quantitative Studies

0 points

Only one article is presented. Neither of the articles presented use quantitative research.

7.13 points

Two articles are presented. Of the articles presented, only one article is based on quantitative research.

7.51 points

N/A

8.46 points

N/A
9.5 points

Two articles are presented. Both articles are based on quantitative research.

Introduction of Nursing Practice Problem, Purpose and Picot Question

Introduction of Nursing Practice Problem, Purpose and Picot Question
0 points

Introduction of the nursing practice problem, purpose of the essay, or PICOT question is not included.

7.13 points

Introduction does not include a clear description of the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay. The PICOT question is not clearly written and is missing some of the necessary elements.

7.51 points

Introduction includes a basic description of the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay. The PICOT question is present.
8.46 points

Introduction includes the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay in a clear manner. The PICOT question is clear and includes all elements.
9.5 points

Introduction includes the nursing practice problem and purpose of the essay in a comprehensive manner. The PICOT question is concise, accurately written, and includes all elements.

Background of Studies

Background of Studies
0 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is not included.

7.13 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is not clearly written and lacks information.
7.51 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is partially complete and includes some relevant details and explanation.
8.46 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is complete and includes relevant details.

9.5 points

Background of studies, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is thorough with substantial relevant details and an extensive explanation.

Articles Support of Nursing Practice Problem

Articles Support of Nursing Practice Problem
0 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question and how the interventions and comparison groups compare to those identified in the PICOT question is not included.

18.53 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question and how the interventions and comparison groups compare to those identified in the PICOT question is unclear or lacking information.

19.51 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate general support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles generally compare to those identified in the PICOT question.
21.98 points

A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles compare to those identified in the PICOT question.
24.7 points

A thorough discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate strong support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles strongly compare to those identified in the PICOT question.

Method of Studies

Method of Studies
0 points

A discussion on the method of study for each article is not included.

19.95 points

A partial discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are omitted or incomplete. There are significant inaccuracies.

21.01 points

A general discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are included but the description is general.
23.67 points

A detailed discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented.
26.6 points

A thorough discussion on the method of study for each article and the comparison of study methods is presented. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented. The discussion demonstrates a solid understanding of research methods.

Results of Studies

Results of Studies
0 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is not included.

19.95 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is unclear and incomplete.

21.01 points

A general discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is included.
23.67 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice is complete and includes relevant details and supporting explanation.
26.6 points

A discussion of the results of each study, including key findings and implications for nursing practice, is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.

Ethical Considerations

Ethical Considerations
0 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is not included. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is not included.
19.95 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research unclear. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is incomplete.

21.01 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is discussed in basic manner. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is included.

23.67 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is clearly discussed. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is through.

26.6 points

Ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is comprehensively discussed. Discussion of how the researchers accounted for ethical considerations is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.

Thesis, Position, or Purpose

Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.

0 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate audience is evident.

9.98 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little awareness of the intended audience.

10.51 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.
11.84 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the appropriate audience is demonstrated.
13.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly directed to a specific audience.

Development, Structure, and Conclusion

Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves from development.
0 points

No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.
9.98 points

Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and not supported by the overall development of the purpose.

10.51 points

Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.
11.84 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

13.3 points

The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.

Evidence

Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers other perspectives.
0 points

Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies entirely on the perspective of the writer.

8.55 points

Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is superficial or incorrect.
9.01 points

Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or integration of other perspectives is present.

10.15 points

Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.
11.4 points

Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are clearly considered.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence structure, etc.

0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

8.55 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
9.01 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

10.15 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

11.4 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

Format/Documentation

Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level; documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., appropriate to assignment and discipline.

0 points

Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.

5.7 points

Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors in documentation of sources are evident.

6 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious errors.

6.76 points

Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.
7.6 points

No errors in formatting or documentation are present.

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