Assignment Instructions/ Description
Instruction: The Analyzing Published Research paper is the second of three related assignments in this course. It is due in Week 5. The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic. Introduction (Topic, Describe the problem, Clinical question) Topic of project : Patient Safety in the hospitalized setting during a Pandemic” ● Nature of spread of the virus Aerosol , droplet ● Source of concern for the hospitals is the OR Because certain procedures such as intubation…… which spread aerosol have a potential to spread the virus to the patient and staff. Significance of problems :Causing the hospital setting which is already overwhelmed with COVID cases to become a breeding grounds for the virus. ● Question: ’Does a decrease in aerosol generating procedures increase patient safety during this pandemic?” PICOT Breakdown of PICOT question ● Population of interest → Patients in need of surgery ● Interventions→ procedure risk scoring, distancing in OR……… ● Comparison→ previous safety measures used ● Outcome→ Decrease of COVID-19 infections in hospitalized patients ● Time→ During COVID 19 pandemic Maintaining Perioperative Safety in Uncertain Times: COVID‐19 Pandemic Response Strategies - Mazzola - 2020 - AORN Journal - Wiley Online Library The purpose of this paper is to ………………….the articles being used in this assignment .The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic Article References Purpose Hypothesis Study Question(s) Variables Independent(I) Dependent(D) Study Design Sample Size & Selection Data Collection Methods Major Finding(s) 1 (SAMPLE 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 modifications I-Education Quantitative N- 18 Convenience sample-selected from local support group in Pittsburgh, PA Focus Groups Support and education improved compliance with dietary modifications. 1 2 3 4 5 Clinical Question Required criteria 1. Describe the problem: What is the focus of your group’s work? 2. 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. 3. Purpose of the paper: What will your paper do or describe? 30 pts Highest Level of Performance Includes 3 requirements for section. 26 pts High Level of Performance Includes 2 requirements for section. 24 pts Satisfactory Performance Includes 1 requirement for section. 11 pts Unsatisfactory Performance Present, yet includes no required criteria. 0 pts Not Present No requirements for this section presented. 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvidence Matrix Table: Data Summary (Appendix A) Required criteria Categorize items in the Matrix Table, including proper intext citations and reference list entries for each article. 1. References (recent publication within the last 5 years) 2. Purpose/Hypothesis/Study Question(s) 3. Variables: Independent (I) and Dependent (D) 4. Study Design 5. Sample Size and Selection 6. Data Collection Methods 7. Major Findings (Evidence) 60 pts Highest Level of Performance Includes 7 requirements for section. 56 pts High Level of Performance Includes 6 requirements for section. 47 pts Satisfactory Performance Includes 5 requirements for section. 25 pts Unsatisfactory Performance Includes 4 or less requirements for section. 0 pts Not Present No requirements for this section presented. 60 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescription of Findings Required criteria Describe the data in the Matrix Table, including proper intext citations and reference list entries for each article. 1. Compare and contrast variables within each study. 2. What are the study design and procedures used in each study; qualitative, quantitative, or mixed method study, levels of confidence in each study, etc.? 3. Participant demographics and information. 4. Instruments used, including reliability and validity. 5. How do the research findings provide evidence to support your clinical problem, or what further evidence is needed to answer your question? 6. Next steps: Identify two questions that can help guide the group’s work. 60 pts Highest Level of Performance Includes 6 requirements for section. 53 pts High Level of Performance Includes 5 requirements for section. 47 pts Satisfactory Performance Includes 4 requirements for section. 23 pts Unsatisfactory Performance Includes 3 or less requirements for section. 0 pts Not Present No requirements for this section presented. 60 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion Required criteria Review major findings in a summary paragraph. 1. Evidence to address your clinical problem. 2. Make a connection back to all the included sections. 3. Wrap up the assignment and give the reader something to think about. 20 pts Highest Level of Performance Includes 3 requirements for section. 18 pts High Level of Performance Includes 2 requirements for section. 15 pts Satisfactory Performance Includes 1 requirement for section. 8 pts Unsatisfactory Performance Present, yet includes no required criteria. 0 pts Not Present No requirements for this section presented. 20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFormat Required criteria 1. Correct grammar and spelling 2. Include a title and reference page 3. Use of headings for each section: o Problem o Synthesis of the Literature Variables Methods Participants Instruments Implications for Future Work 4. Conclusion 5. Adheres to current APA formatting and guidelines 6. Includes at least two (2) scholarly, current (within 5 years) primary sources other than the textbook 7. 3-4 pages in length excluding appendices, title and reference pages 30 pts Highest Level of Performance Includes 8 requirements for section. 26 pts High Level of Performance Includes 7 requirements for section. 23 pts Satisfactory Performance Includes 6 requirements for section. 11 pts Unsatisfactory Performance Includes 5 or less requirements for section. 0 pts Not Present No requirements for this section presented. 3
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