Submit Part 3A and 3B of your Evidence-Based Project.
Evaluation Table
Use this document to complete the
evaluation table
requirement of the Module 4 Assessment,
Evidence-Based Project, Part 3A: Critical Appraisal of Research
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Conceptual Framework Describe the theoretical basis for the study ( |
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Design/Method Describe the design and how the study was carried out (In detail, including |
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Sample/Setting The number and characteristics of patients, attrition rate, etc. |
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Major Variables Studied List and define dependent and independent variables |
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Measurement Identify primary statistics used to answer clinical questions ( |
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Data Analysis Statistical or Qualitative findings ( |
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Findings and Recommendations General findings and recommendations of the research |
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Describe the general worth of this research to practice. What are the strengths and limitations of study? What are the risks associated with implementation of the suggested practices or processes detailed in the research? What is the feasibility of use in your practice? |
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Key findings
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Outcomes
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*Refer to the
Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice Model for Nursing and HealthcarePprofessionals, Hierarchy of Evidence Guide on the following page
**Note on Conceptual Framework
· The following information is from Walden academic guides which helps explain conceptual frameworks and the reasons they are used in research. Here is the link
· Researchers create theoretical and conceptual frameworks that include a philosophical and methodological model to help design their work. A formal theory provides context for the outcome of the events conducted in the research. The data collection and analysis are also based on the theoretical and conceptual framework.
· As stated by Grant and Osanloo (2014), “Without a theoretical framework, the structure and vision for a study is unclear, much like a house that cannot be constructed without a blueprint. By contrast, a research plan that contains a theoretical framework allows the dissertation study to be strong and structured with an organized flow from one chapter to the next.”
· Theoretical and conceptual frameworks provide evidence of academic standards and procedure. They also offer an explanation of why the study is pertinent and how the researcher expects to fill the gap in the literature.
· Literature does not always clearly delineate between a theoretical or conceptual framework. With that being said, there are slight differences between the two.
References
The Johns Hopkins Hospital/Johns Hopkins School of Nursing (2022). Johns Hopkins evidence-based practice for nursing and healthcare professionals: appendix D: Hierarchy of Evidence Guide
Grant, C., & Osanloo, A. (2014). Understanding, selecting, and integrating a theoretical framework in dissertation research: Creating the blueprint for your house.
Administrative Issues Journal: Education, Practice, and Research, 4(2), 12-26.
Walden University Academic Guides (n.d.). Conceptual & theoretical frameworks overview.
Critical Appraisal Tool Worksheet Template
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