Order DescriptionThe paper will include the following.1. Clinical questiona. Description of problemb. Significance of problemc. Purpose of paper2. Description of findingsa. Summarize basics in the Matrix Table as found in Assignment Documents ine-College.b. Describei. Conceptsii. Methods usediii. Participantsiv. Instruments including reliability andvalidityv. Answer to Purpose questionvi. Identify next step for group3. Conclusion of paper4. Formata. Correct grammar and spellingb. Use of headings for each sectionc. Use of APA format (sixth edition) d. Page length: three pagesEVIDENCE MATRIX TABLE
ArticleReference PurposeHypothesisStudy Question VariablesIndependent(I)Dependent(D) Study Design SampleSize and Selection Data CollectionMethodsMajor Findings1(sample not a real article) Smith, Lewis (2013),What should I eat? A focus for those living with diabetes. Journal of Nursing Education, 1 (4) 111-112. How do educational support groups effect dietary modifications in patients with diabetes? D-Dietary modificationsI-Education Qualitative N- 18Convenience sample-selected from local support group in Pittsburgh, PA Focus Groups Support and education improved compliance with dietary modifications.12345NR449 Evidence Based Practice
Required Uniform Assignment: Appraising the Evidence PURPOSE The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic. COURSE OUTCOMES This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes: CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (POs #4 and #8) CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence- based practice. (POs #4 and #8) DUE DATE Refer to the course calendar for due date information. The colleges Late Assignment policy applies to this activity. TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 150 POINTS REQUIREMENTS The paper will include the following. 1. Clinical question a. Description of problem b. Significance of problem c. Purpose of paper 2. Description of findings a. Summarize basics in the Matrix Table as found in Assignment Documents in e-College. b. Describe i. Concepts ii. Methods used iii. Participants iv. Instruments including reliability and validity v. Answer to Purpose question vi. Identify next step for group 3. Conclusion of paper 4. Format a. Correct grammar and spelling b. Use of headings for each section
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c. Use of APA format (sixth edition) d. Page length: three pages PREPARING THE PAPER 1. Please make sure you do not duplicate articles within your group. 2. Paper should include a title page and a reference page.DIRECTIONS AND ASSIGNMENT CRITERIA Assignment Criteria Points % DescriptionProblem 2013%1. Problem is described: What is the focus of your groups work? 2. Significance of the problem is described: What health outcomes result from your problem? Or what statistics document this is a problem? You may find support on websites for government or professional organizations. 3. Purpose of your paper: What will your paper do or describe? The purpose of this paper is to . . .
**Please note that although most of these questions are the same as you aIDressed in paper 1, the purpose of this paper is different. You can use your work from paper 1 for items 1 and 2 above, including any suggestions for improvement provided as feedback. Item 3 above should be specific to this paper.Description of Findings: Summary2013%Summarize the basics of each article in a matrix table that appears in the appendix.Description of Findings: Description60 41%Describe in the body of the paper the following. ? What concepts have been studied? ? What methods have been used? ? Who are the participants or members of the samples? ? What instruments have been used? Did the authors describe the reliability and validity? ? How do you answer your original purpose of this paper question? Do the findings of the articles provide evidence for your answers? If so, how? If not, what is still needed to be able to answer your question? ? What is needed for the next step? Identify two questions that can helpguidethegroupswork.Description of Findings: Conclusion20 13%Conclusion: Review major findings in your paper in a summary paragraph.Format 3020%1. Correct grammar and spelling 2. Use headings for each section: Problem, Synthesis of the Literature (Concepts, Methods, Participants, Instruments, Implications for Future Work), Conclusion. 3. APA format (sixth ed.): Appendices follow references. 4. Paper length: Three pagesTotal 150 100%NR449 Evidence Based PracticeNR449 RUA Appraising the Evidence for JUL16.docx Revised 06/20163
GRADING RUBRICAssignment CriteriaOutstanding or Highest Level of Performance A (92100%)Very Good or High Level of Performance
B (8491%)Competent or Satisfactory Level of Performance C (7683%)Poor, Failing or Unsatisfactory Level of Performance F (075%)
Problem (20 points)
Includes all elements in a manner that is clearly understood. Problem description provides focus of the groups work. Significance of the problem is clearly stated and supported by current evidence. Purpose of paper is clearly stated. 1920 pointsMissing only one element OR One element is not presented clearly Problem description provides focus of the groups work. Significance of the problem is clearly stated and supported by current evidence. Purpose of paper is clearly stated. 1718 pointsMissing two elements OR One element is not presented clearly Problem description provides focus of the groups work. Significance of the problem is clearly stated and supported by current evidence. Purpose of paper is clearly stated. 16 pointsMissing two or more elements AND/OR One or more elements are not presented clearly Problem description provides focus of the groups work. Significance of the problem is clearly stated and supported by current evidence. Purpose of paper is clearly stated. 0-15 points
Description of Findings: Summary (20 points)
Summary omits no more than one required item from the Evidence Matrix Table.
1920 pointsSummary omits two or three required items from the Evidence Matrix Table.
1718 pointsSummary omits four required items from the Evidence Matrix Table.
16 pointsSummary omits five or more required items from the Evidence Matrix Table.
015 points
Description of Findings: Description (60 points)
Description includes ALL elements.
What concepts have been studied? What methods have been used?Description missing no more than one element.
What concepts have been studied? What methods have been used?Description missing no more than two elements.
What concepts have been studied? What methods have been used?Description missing three or more elements.
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Who are the participants or members of the samples? What instruments have been used? Did the authors describe the reliability and validity? How do you answer your original the purpose of this paper question? Do the findings of the articles provide evidence for your answers? If so, how? If not, what is still needed to be able to answer your question? What is needed for the next step? Identify two questions that can help guide the groups work.
5660 points Who are the participants or members of the samples? What instruments have been used? Did the authors describe the reliability and validity? How do you answer your original the purpose of this paper question? Do the findings of the articles provide evidence for your answers? If so, how? If not, what is still needed to be able to answer your question? What is needed for the next step? Identify two questions that can help guide the groups work.
5155 points Who are the participants or members of the samples? What instruments have been used? Did the authors describe the reliability and validity? How do you answer your original the purpose of this paper question? Do the findings of the articles provide evidence for your answers? If so, how? If not, what is still needed to be able to answer your question? What is needed for the next step? Identify two questions that can help guide the groups work.
4650 points Who are the participants or members of the samples? What instruments have been used? Did the authors describe the reliability and validity? How do you answer your original the purpose of this paper question? Do the findings of the articles provide evidence for your answers? If so, how? If not, what is still needed to be able to answer your question? What is needed for the next step? Identify two questions that can help guide the groups work.
045 points
Description of Findings: Conclusion (20 points)
Summary paragraph includes ALL major findings from article.
Independently extracts complex data from a variety of quantitative sources, presents those data in summary form, makes appropriateSummary paragraph omits ONE major finding from article.
Independently extracts complex data from a variety of quantitative sources, presents those data in summary form, makes appropriate connections and inferences consistent with the data, andSummary paragraph omits TWO major findings from article.
Independently extracts complex data from a variety of quantitative sources, presents those data in summary form, makes appropriate connections and inferences consistent with the data, andSummary paragraph omits THREE or MORE major findings from article.
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connections and inferences consistent with the data, and relates them to a larger context. Recognizes points of view and value assumptions in formulating interpretation of data collected and articulates the point of view in a given situation. Identifies misrepresentations in the presentation of quantitative data and the logical and empirical fallacies in inferences drawn from data.relatesthem toa larger context. Recognizes points of view and value assumptions in formulating interpretation of data collected and articulates the point of view in a given situation. Identifies misrepresentations in the presentation of quantitative data and the logical and empirical fallacies in inferences drawn from data.relates them toa larger context. Recognizes points of view and value assumptions in formulating interpretation of data collected and articulates the point of view in a given situation. Identifies misrepresentations in the presentation of quantitative data and the logical and empirical fallacies in inferences drawn from data.consistentwith thedata,and relates them to a larger context. Recognizes points of view and value assumptions in formulating interpretation of data collected and articulates the point of view in a given situation. Identifies misrepresentations in the presentation of quantitative data and the logical and empirical fallacies in
Grammar, Spelling, Mechanics, and APA Format (30 points)
Length is three full pages.
Used appropriate APA format and is free of errors.
Includes ALL headings and subheadings as instructed. Grammar, spelling, and mechanics are free of errors. 2830 points Length is no more than one quarter page under or over. Used appropriate APA format, with one type of error.
Includes ALL headings and subheadings as instructed. Grammar, spelling, and mechanics have one type of error. 2627 points Length is no more than one half page under or over. Used appropriate APA format, with two types of errors.
Includes ALL headings and subheadings as instructed. Grammar, spelling, and mechanics have two types of errors. 2325 points Length is three quarters of a page or more under or over. Attempts made to use APA format; three or more types of errors are present. Includes ALL headings and subheadings as instructed. Grammar, spelling, and mechanics have three or more types of errors. 022 pointsTotal Points Possible = 150 points
RUA 2: Appraising the Evidence MatrixInsert Student Name HereChamberlain College of NursingNR 449 Evidence-Based PracticeMarianne Bogel, PhD(c)Place due date here
RUA 2: Appraising the Evidence MatrixType a brief introduction to your paper here. In APA, this first paragraph is always a short introduction. NOTE: The Appendix at the end of this paper template contains a Matrix table for the articles you select. To complete this assignment, fill in the Matrix Table located in Appendix A following the references section of this template. When this paper is finished, there should be 3 pages of text, excluding the title page, references, and appendices. Please delete all instructions before turning in your paper.Your assignment should be saved as lastname.firstname.RUA2.docxClinical QuestionDescribe the ProblemBriefly describe the problem you are coveringSignificance of the ProblemCover this area in terms of strengths/outcomes of statistics or qualitative evidence.Purpose of Your PaperState the purpose of your paper here.Description of FindingsSummarize Basics Listed in the Matrix TableThe Matrix Table is located in Appendix A following the References section of this template.Describe the Following:Note. These are APA Level 3 Headings; this section is formatted as paragraphs, with the Level 3 Heading at the beginning of each paragraph. Do not alter the formatting. Delete this note before turning in the paper.Concepts. Start hereMethods used. Start hereParticipants. Start hereInstruments, including reliability and validity. Start hereAnswer to Purpose question. Start hereIdentify next step for group. Start hereConclusionStart here and write a brief summary conclusion of the contents presented in this paper Remember, you are not re-writing the entire paper make this a concise summary, hitting the main points.ReferencesInsert References Here place the cursor at the beginning of this line, and then aID your references. This section is already formatted correctly for the references. If you paste in a reference, please be mindful that this will change the formatting. References should be double-spaced, no aIDitional spacing between references, and hanging at 0.5. Delete this note before turning in your paper.Books. See the APA Manual 6th Edition for correct formatting rules for books, including Books, Edited Books, Editions, etc. Remember, if you use a chapter in an edited book, you must properly cite this references showing both the chapter and its authors, and the book title and editors.Journal Articles: You can collect these from the DeVry Library databases and Google Scholar. Be aware that references are sometimes listed using ALL CAPS FOR TITLES. Always change these to the proper format in sentence case for APA: Sentence case for article titles.Websites: See the APA Manual 6th Edition for correct formatting rules for websites. Be sure to include the date for each website. Look at the bottom of the page if not there, right click on the page to get the date in the area labeled View Page Info. If it lists the date as the date and time you accessed the page, use that date.Citing sources: See Table 6.1 Basic citation Styles, Page 177 in the APA Manual 6th Edition for examples on citing all types of references. Every idea that came from any reference must be cited.If you need more help, I am available, but do not wait until the last minute! I enjoy helping students master APA formatting, an essential skill to attaining a good grade in this course and the Capstone course where you will write a major paper in APA format.Appendix AAppraising the Evidence MatrixArticle Reference Purpose HypothesisResearch Question Independent Variables(IV)Dependent Variables(DV) Study Design SampleSize and Selection Data collection methods Major Findings
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