Reference no: EM133743751
Evidence-Based Practice Matrix
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic.
Course outcome: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes.
- Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (POs 4 and 8)
- Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. (POs 4 and 8)
Preparing the assignment
Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.
Please make sure you do not duplicate articles within your group.
The paper will include the following:
Clinical Question
Describe the problem: What is the focus of your group's work?
Significance of problem: 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.
Purpose of the paper: What will your paper do or describe?
Use Evidence Matrix Table Template: Data Summary
Categorize items in the Evidence Matrix Table, including proper intext citations and reference list entries for each article.
- References (recent publication within the last 5 years)
- Purpose/Hypothesis/Study Question(s)
- Study Variables
- Study Design
- Sample Size and Selection
- Data Collection Methods
- Major Findings (Evidence)
Description of Findings
Describe the data in the Evidence Matrix Table, including proper intext citations and reference list entries for each article.
- Compare and contrast variables within each study.
- What are the study design and procedures used in each study; qualitative, quantitative, or mixed method study, levels of confidence in each study, etc.?
- Participant demographics and information.
- Instruments used, including reliability and validity.
- How do the research findings provide evidence to support your clinical problem, or what further evidence is needed to answer your question?
- Next steps: Identify two questions that can help guide the group's work.
Conclusion
Review major findings in a summary paragraph.
Evidence to address your clinical problem.
Make a connection back to all the included sections.
Wrap up the assignment and give the reader something to think about.
APA Format
Correct grammar and spelling
Include a title and reference page
Use of headings for each section:
Problem
Synthesis of the Literature
Variables
Methods
Participants
Instruments
Implications for Future Work
Conclusion
Adheres to current APA formatting and guidelines
Include at least two (2) scholarly, current (within 5 years) primary sources other than the textbook 3-4 pages in length, excluding appendices, title, and reference pages.