Give a brief description of what the issue is, supported by literature including research data. Present a critical argument about the issue based on the literature. Your argument should focus on addressing the following questions: • Why has this health issue arisen? (supported by the literature)

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Transitions to Practice Poster

Transitions to Practice Poster

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2015 3875 NRS ASSESSMENT ITEM 1
Abstract & Poster task
Exploring Current Issues in Health Care and Health Services Provision

In this assessment you are required to work collaboratively in PAIRS, incorporating effective team building skills, communication skills, and self-management skills to deliver research based knowledge in a poster and abstract format. Students will explore current issues in health care and health service provision around the world. There is NO PRESENTATION component to this assessment task. NO hard copy poster is to be submitted.
Task Description & Practical Application
Organise yourselves to work in pairs (within your tutorial group). Please note that this is an assessable part of the task and you will be marked accordingly. This is aligned with the graduate outcomes of the Bachelor of Nursing.
Your assessment task includes developing an abstract and poster (with an associated reference list) that will address the following:
1. Select a current issue in health care and/or service provision (can be global or specific to Australia). Some examples may include:
• Equity,
• Access,
• Culture,
• Gender
• Workplace cultures.

2. current issue is hand hygiene and individual factor in poor hand hygiene.
3. Give a brief description of what the issue is, supported by literature including research data. Present a critical argument about the issue based on the literature. Your argument should focus on addressing the following questions:
• Why has this health issue arisen? (supported by the literature)
• What factors are causing it, for example, political, fiscal, social, cultural, environmental, government policy etc? (supported by the literature)
• What can be done or what needs to be done to improve and/or prevent this health issue/ service provision? (supported by the literature)
• What implications and recommendations can be made based on supporting literature and research data? (supported by the literature)
4. A 300-350 word abstract must be submitted with your presentation. The abstract does not need to be referenced (the poster does).
5. When you are ready to submit your work save the poster, abstract, reference list as one file as a pdf.
6. One of your pair is to upload the assessment in .pdf format to Turnitin on the L@G site.
You will work in your pairs. It is your responsibility to create your pair. In your pair, identify who will be submitting the poster on behalf of you both. You need to submit a brief outline of who did what in the pair, and how this was negotiated/managed (dot points are fine). There are 5 marks allocated for this evidence of collegiality.
Poster
Your poster will be a visual illustration of the current health issue you have chosen incorporating all the points listed above. In your pairs, using graphics, photographs, diagrams, graphs, and text, you will critically analyse and illustrate your chosen health issue.
• There is no word limit, but the poster must only fit on an A3 page
• APA 6th referencing is to be used
• Inclusion of your full reference list (15 or more references would be appropriate) is required, but this will be submitted with the abstract (No reference list on the poster, to save space)
• Make sure you include your names and student IDs on the poster
• Font is to legible and easily read
• Be creative
Abstract
• Use a standard 12 point Arial font. Use 1.5 spacing in the text. New line to begin new paragraph
• The entire abstract must be 300 – 350 words, excluding the title and student names (You must strictly adhere to the word count). The abstract DOES NOT require any in text referencing
• The heading must include the title of the poster presentation and your names and student IDs
• Subheadings are allowed: e.g. Aim/purpose; background/significance; summary of the main arguments; implications and recommendations; conclusion
The abstract should:
• state the purpose of the poster presentation
• provide a clear and brief summary of the main arguments
• identify the implications and recommendations for nurses
• have a conclusion

 

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Compare four or five models of reflection but must include (Gibbs model of reflection 1988) Explain why this is commonly used in nursing practice and it’s simplicity for student nurses.

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Cycles of reflection

Cycles of reflection

Order Description

• 1100 words

• written to a masters level

• Harvard Referenced

• Cycle of reflection

• Compare four or five models of reflection but must include (Gibbs model of reflection 1988) Explain why this is commonly used in nursing practice and it’s simplicity for student nurses.

• Also Johns model 1994, Kolb”s model 1980 and Goodman”s model 1984 need to be compared and why some of these would be better used by the more experienced nurse.

• Describe which model would be best used in nursing practice , that is more detailed and will accumulate more learning and information for the nurse using this model.

• Frameworks for reflection can be used to encourage and support reflection and therefore the choice of framework depends on the students skills and experience Why is this important to their learning and development.

• Critically analysis all of the models arguing with what is good and bad about them

• Talk about reflective practice and is use to medical education.

• The importance of students developing a habit of assessing their own learning needs.

• When referencing please use journals as well as books.

 

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Introduction or description: Describe the professional socialization activity you created. Who will be involved? Where and when will it take place? What resources are needed?

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Professional Socialization

Professional Socialization

Order Description

As a nurse educator, you are responsible for facilitating students’ socialization into the professional nursing role. You may also be in a position to help new nursing

faculty with their transition to the academic environment.

For this assignment, create an activity—such as a role play, group project, or other activity—that facilitates this professional socialization. Successful completion

of this assignment will demonstrate your knowledge of the factors that impact professional socialization of nursing students and the nursing faculty, which will allow

you to evaluate the instructor’s role in facilitating professional socialization, and create a learning environment focused on socialization. Include the following in

your paper:

Introduction or description: Describe the professional socialization activity you created. Who will be involved? Where and when will it take place? What resources are

needed?
Rationale: Describe factors that impact professional socialization. How does this activity relate to these factors? Why will this activity be successful?
Role of the faculty: Aside from designing this activity, what will be your role? Will you act as an advisor or mentor? Will you participate in the activity? Secure

resources? Provide feedback?
Intended outcomes: What are the specific outcomes you expect about the professional socialization of nursing students who participate in this activity?
Evaluation: Which assessment or evaluation strategies will you use to determine achievement of outcome.
Grading criteria:
1)Introduction

2) Analyzes factors that impact professional socialization of nursing students, and provides accurate, quality details and references.

3)Evaluates the instructor’s role in facilitating students’ socialization into the professional nursing role, and provides accurate, quality details and references.

4)Creates learning environments or activities that are solely focused on socialization into the role of the nurse, and provides accurate, quality details on the

learning environment.

5)Identifies and evaluates intended outcomes of learning environments or activities that are focused on socialization into the role of the nurse. The intended outcomes

are attainable through the activities.

6)Consistently communicates through scholarly writing that is concise, balanced, and organized, flows with smooth transitions between ideas, and demonstrates critical

analysis of the literature.

7)Consistently communicates through scholarly writing that demonstrates mastery of sixth edition style and formatting, is free of errors, and follows all assignment

instructions.

 

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1)Introduction 2) Analyzes factors that impact professional socialization of nursing students, and provides accurate, quality details and references.

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Professional Socialization

Professional Socialization

Order Description

As a nurse educator, you are responsible for facilitating students’ socialization into the professional nursing role. You may also be in a position to help new nursing faculty with their transition to the academic environment.

For this assignment, create an activity—such as a role play, group project, or other activity—that facilitates this professional socialization. Successful completion of this assignment will demonstrate your knowledge of the factors that impact professional socialization of nursing students and the nursing faculty, which will allow you to evaluate the instructor’s role in facilitating professional socialization, and create a learning environment focused on socialization. Include the following in your paper:

Introduction or description: Describe the professional socialization activity you created. Who will be involved? Where and when will it take place? What resources are needed?
Rationale: Describe factors that impact professional socialization. How does this activity relate to these factors? Why will this activity be successful?
Role of the faculty: Aside from designing this activity, what will be your role? Will you act as an advisor or mentor? Will you participate in the activity? Secure resources? Provide feedback?
Intended outcomes: What are the specific outcomes you expect about the professional socialization of nursing students who participate in this activity?
Evaluation: Which assessment or evaluation strategies will you use to determine achievement of outcome.
Grading criteria:
1)Introduction

2) Analyzes factors that impact professional socialization of nursing students, and provides accurate, quality details and references.

3)Evaluates the instructor’s role in facilitating students’ socialization into the professional nursing role, and provides accurate, quality details and references.

4)Creates learning environments or activities that are solely focused on socialization into the role of the nurse, and provides accurate, quality details on the learning environment.

5)Identifies and evaluates intended outcomes of learning environments or activities that are focused on socialization into the role of the nurse. The intended outcomes are attainable through the activities.

6)Consistently communicates through scholarly writing that is concise, balanced, and organized, flows with smooth transitions between ideas, and demonstrates critical analysis of the literature.

7)Consistently communicates through scholarly writing that demonstrates mastery of sixth edition style and formatting, is free of errors, and follows all assignment instructions.

 

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Discuss the support, resources (including time and money), educational development, additional training, etc.; you anticipate needing to fulfill your career plan. The career plan should be no more than 5 pages. Your plan should be supported with reliable and credible information from professional peer reviewed nursing journals and/or nursing professional organizational websites.

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Career Planning

Career Planning

Order Description

Considering all of this, think about where you see yourself one (1) year, 5-years, and 10-years from now. Investigate the area of nursing you wish to be in the coming

years. Write a career plan that details the goals you want to reach at each of these points in time. Address how you will achieve those goals. Goals and strategies

should be as specific as possible- use the SMART model for goal setting. In your career plan, include a timeline that shows the pivotal points required to achieve your

plan. Discuss the support, resources (including time and money), educational development, additional training, etc.; you anticipate needing to fulfill your career

plan.

The career plan should be no more than 5 pages. Your plan should be supported with reliable and credible information from professional peer reviewed nursing journals

and/or nursing professional organizational websites. APA format should be used in writing your plan.
DIRECTIONS AND GRADING CRITERIA
Category
Points
%
Description
Supporting information
10
10
Your plan should be supported with reliable and credible information from professional peer reviewed nursing journals and/or nursing professional organizational

websites
Defining the career plan
5
5
Vision of career path clearly described
Rationale for choice given
Holistic approach to career plan(all aspects of life considered)

Goal Setting and strategies to achieve goals (20 points for each of the three time intervals)
60
60
One goal at each time interval (1 year, 5 years, and 10 years) clearly stated.
Use SMART goal model:
– Specific
– Measurable
– Attainable
– Realistic
– Time-bound
Include information about the strategies you would use for reaching each goal.

Resources for Achieving Goals
15
15
Include information about the resources that you will need to achieve each of your three goals. Consider:
? Educational training
? Time
? Money
? Support systems
? Other resources dependent on career path

APA format and style
10
10
Paper is written in a scholarly manner and organized. Introduction and conclusion are included.
Use APA format
Total
100

 

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Each study analysis will be 750-1,000 words and submitted in one document. Refer to the resource entitled “Research Critique, Part 2.” Questions under each heading should be addressed as a narrative, in the structure of a formal paper. You are also required to include an Introduction and Conclusion.

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Emergency Care Nurses: Certification, Empowerment, and Work-Related Variables

Emergency Care Nurses: Certification, Empowerment, and Work-Related Variables

Order Description

Prepare a critical analysis of a quantitative study focusing on protection of human participants, data collection, data management and analysis, problem statement, and

interpretation of findings.

Each study analysis will be 750-1,000 words and submitted in one document.

Refer to the resource entitled “Research Critique, Part 2.” Questions under each heading should be addressed as a narrative, in the structure of a formal paper. You

are also required to include an Introduction and Conclusion.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Research Critique, Part 2
To write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of the research study conducted, and respond to each of the action items listed under the headings below.

Successful completion of this assignment requires that you provide a rationale, include examples, or reference content from the study in your response.
CRITICAL APPRAISAL GUIDELINES: QUANTITATIVE STUDY
Introduction
•    Develop a topic sentence in which you will define the purpose of the Research Critique, Part 2
•    Formulate a thesis statement which briefly provides a broad indication of your point of view in composing this assignment.
•    Include a summary outline to describe the organization and main topics you will include in the body paragraphs of the assignments (see below sections).
Protection of Human Participants
•    Identify the benefits and risks of participation addressed by the authors. Were there benefits or risks the authors do not identify?
•    Was informed consent obtained from the subjects or participants?
•    Did it seem that the subjects participated voluntarily in the study?
•    Was institutional review board approval obtained from the agency in which the study was conducted?

Data Collection
•    Are the major variables (independent and dependent variables) identified and defined? What were these variables?
•    How were data collected in this study?
•    What rationale did the author provide for using this data collection method?
•    Identify the time period for data collection of the study.
•    Describe the sequence of data collection events for a participant.

Data Management and Analysis
•    Describe the data management and analysis methods used in the study.
•    Did the author discuss how the rigor of the process was assured? For example, does the author describe maintaining a paper trail of critical decisions that

were made during the analysis of the data? Was statistical software used to ensure accuracy of the analysis?
•    What measures were used to minimize the effects of researcher bias (their experiences and perspectives)? For example, did two researchers independently analyze

the data and compare their analyses?

Findings / Interpretation of Findings: Implications for Practice and Future Research
•    What is the researcher’s interpretation of findings?
•    Are the findings valid or an accurate reflection of reality? Do you have confidence in the findings?
•    What limitations of the study were identified by researchers?
•    Was there a coherent logic to the presentation of findings?
•    What implications do the findings have for nursing practice? For example, can the study findings be applied to general nursing practice, to a specific

population, to a specific area of nursing?
•    What suggestions are made for further studies?

Conclusion
•    Emphasize the importance and congruity of the thesis statement
•    Provide a logical wrap-up to bring the appraisal to completion and to leave a lasting impression and take-away points useful in nursing practice.
•    Incorporate a critical appraisal and a brief analysis of the utility and applicability of the findings to nursing practice.
•    Integrate a summary of the knowledge learned.

 

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The purpose of this 6-8 page paper (not including the title page or reference page in the page count) is a formal concept analysis of one concept found in a nursing theory, adapting the methodology of Walker and Avant (2010, pp. 157 – 179). The book by Walker and Avant is not available electronically. This book is not needed in order to succeed with this assignment. A summary of the steps in this method is found at the end of this document. Any nursing theory may be used to find a concept for analysis. Only one concept is analyzed.

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Concept Analysis;

Concept Analysis;

Requirements:

Description of the Assignment
The purpose of this 6-8 page paper (not including the title page or reference page in the page count) is a formal concept analysis of one concept found in a nursing

theory, adapting the methodology of Walker and Avant (2010, pp. 157 – 179). The book by Walker and Avant is not available electronically. This book is not needed in

order to succeed with this assignment. A summary of the steps in this method is found at the end of this document.

Any nursing theory may be used to find a concept for analysis. Only one concept is analyzed.

As part of the concept analysis, a focused review of scholarly literature is conducted, using a minimum of 3(three) scholarly sources related to the selected concept.

A formal literature review can be extensive in critiquing all the relevant literature about a specific topic or area of knowledge. In this assignment, that level of

effort is not required. What is expected is an integrated discussion of at least three articles on the concept selected for this assignment. Themes, ideas, or facts

about the concept found in the reviewed literature are presented in an organized fashion. Note: research articles about the concept are the best kind of article for a

literature review.

The steps in a concept analysis include:
1.    selection of a concept used in a nursing theory
2.    identification of the aims or purposes of the analysis
3.    a review of selected scholarly literature on the concept
4.    identification of possible use of the selected concept
5.    determination of defining attributes
6.    identification of model cases
7.    identification of alternate cases (borderline, related, contrary, invented, and illegitimate cases)
8.    identification of antecedents and consequences
9.    definition of empirical referents
The paper concludes with a synthesis of the student’s new knowledge about the concept. The scholarly literature is incorporated throughout the analysis.

Criteria for Content
1.    Introduction includes statements on the process of concept analysis, identifies the nursing concept and nursing theory from which it was obtained, and relates

the main topics of the paper. A list of possible concepts is provided below. A substantive discussion of each of the following elements is present. All elements are

supported by scholarly literature
a.    One aim or purpose of the analysis
b.    A review of scholarly literature (minimum of three articles)
c.    Two possible uses of the concept
d.    Two defining attributes
e.    Two model cases
f.    Two of the following alternative cases: borderline, related, contrary, invented, or  illegitimate
g.    One antecedent and one consequence
h.    Two empirical referents
2.    Concluding statements present the writer’s new knowledge on the concept acquired as a result of writing the paper

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions
1.    One of the textbooks required for this course may be used as one of the required references for this assignment.
2.    Title page, body of paper, and reference page must be in APA format (6th edition)
3.    A minimum of 3 scholarly sources on the concept are required.
4.    The paper (excludes the title page and reference page) must be a minimum of 6 pages and no longer than 8 pages.
5.    Ideas and information from professional sources must be cited correctly.
6.    Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and citations are consistent with the writing style specified in the 6th edition of the APA manual.

Possible Concepts (These concepts are not required; students may select one of these concepts or find another concept in any nursing theory)

•    Noise
•    Cleanliness of environment
•    Patient Assessment
•    Self-care deficit
•    Self-care
•    Homeostasis
•    Behavioral system
•    Boundary lines
•    Open system
•    Patient Centered Care
•    Empowerment
•    Resources
•    Caring    •    Adaptation
•    Energy conservation
•    Meaningfulness
•    Modeling
•    Transaction
•    Activities of living
•    Actual caring occasion
•    Energy field
•    Pain
•    Pattern
•    Leadership
•    Engagement
•    Comfort

 

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1. Consider the evidence that you submitted in your year 1, year 2 and year 3 OAR for domain 1 (Professional and Ethical Practice). Think about how this changed in the light of your changing responsibility and accountability. 2. Compare the evidence, does it demonstrate growth and development?

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Transition into Professional Practice

Transition into Professional Practice

Order Description

Module Aim
The aim of this module is to develop the students’ understanding of the complexities of professional nursing practice and facilitate transition to becoming a confident registered nurse.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module students should be able to:
1. Analyse and apply the concepts of competence and accountability to own and others practice, considering the legal, ethical and professional issues.
2. Evaluate the processes involved in the transition to registered practitioner, development of future professional practice and life-long learning.
3. Contribute to the development of competency of others through effective use of professional and personal development skills and positive role modelling.

You could start by considering the nature of accountability.
1. Consider the evidence that you submitted in your year 1, year 2 and year 3 OAR for domain 1 (Professional and Ethical Practice). Think about how this changed in the light of your changing responsibility and accountability.

2. Compare the evidence, does it demonstrate growth and development?

3. Look at this in relation to the performance levels required of you in each year and in particular at the end of this year. What significant changes will occur with registration?
This section should be 1700 words

4. Present a learning needs analysis and an action plan designed to meet your needs. Please use the template provided. This should be 800 words (equivalent) and be an in depth exploration of 1 or 2 learning needs. Please make sure you are using SMART goals and that your actions are measurable, you may also wish to consider how your learning will benefit patient care.

Indicative Module Content
This module will build on the learning and understanding developed through the modules Leadership for Professional Practice and Delivering Safe Effective Care 1 and 2. There will be a focus on the development of self awareness and the impact and influence of behaviour on others using a personal development planning approach. The concepts of emotional intelligence, shared beliefs, values and governance will be discussed, in relation to the development of the student as a nurse with leadership responsibilities. The importance of recognising behaviours in others that may influence the quality of patient care will be explored along with the consideration of strategies that can be employed to reduce the impact on patient care. Frameworks to support the development and assessment of competency of others will be explored. The module will provide students with opportunities to develop their own strategies to ensure the safety of patients through careful consideration of professional accountability taking account of legal, ethical, moral and societal perspectives. Students will be invited to debate the issues of confidence versus competence of the newly qualified nurse.

Indicative Assessment
1. A critical reflection on development during the Programme in relation to changing accountability, to include legal, ethical and professional issues and how this development will be maintained through transition into a registered nurse.

Indicative Resources

Bibliography
Purchase
Temple, J. (2012) Becoming a Registered Nurse. Making the Transition to Practice (Transforming Nursing Practice Series) due for release July.

Essential
Burton, R, Ormrod, G. (Ed) (2011) Nursing: Transition to Professional Practice. Oxford: OU Press.

Jasper, M. (2006) Professional development, reflection and decision making. Oxford: Blackwell

Recommended
Clark, T. and Holmes, S. (2007) ‘Fit for Practice? An exploration of the development of newly qualified nurses using focus groups’ International Journal of Nursing Studies 44, pp.1210-1220

Dimond, B. (2008) Legal aspects of nursing. 5th edn. Harlow: Pearson Education

Standing, M. (Ed) (2010) Clinical Judgement and Decision Making in Nursing and Interprofessional Health Care. Berkshire: OU Press.

Background
Billett, S & Henderson, A. (Ed) (2010) Developing Learning Professionals: Integrating Experiences in University and Practice Settings (Professional and Practice-based Learning). Queensland: Springer.

Lauder, W., Watson, R., Topping, K., Holland, K., Johnson, M., Porter, M., Roxburgh, M. and Behr, A. (2008) ‘An evaluation of fitness for practice curricula: self-efficacy, support and self-reported competence in preregistration student nurses and midwives’ Journal of Clinical Nursing 17 pp. 1858-1867

Robinson, S. and Griffiths, P. (2009) Scoping review Preceptorship for newly qualified nurses: impacts, facilitators and constraints National Nursing Research Unit King’s College London Available at: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/content/1/c6/05/06/70/PreceptorshipReview.pdf

Roberts, D. and Johnson, M. (2009) Editorial ‘Newly qualified nurses: Competence or confidence?’ Nurse Education Today 29 (5) 467-468

Journals
British Journal of Nursing
Journal of Advanced Nursing
Journal of Clinical Nursing
Nurse Education Today
Nurse Education in Practice
Nursing Times
Nursing Standard

Websites
Burdett Trust for Nursing www.burdettnursingtrust.org.uk
Department of Health www.doh.gov.uk
Care Quality Commission www.cqc.org.uk
Foundation of Nursing Studies www.fons.org.uk
Kings Fund www.kingsfund.org.uk
National Institute for Health & Clinical Excellence www.nice.org.uk
Nursing & Midwifery Council www.nmc-org.uk
Patients Association www.patients-association.org.uk
Royal College of Nursing www.rcn.org.uk
Social Care Institute for Excellence www.scie.org.uk
The Foundation of Nursing Leadership www.nursingleadership.org.uk

General assessment criteria

The above titles are designed to be broad in scope.  Therefore your answer should be narrowed down to an aim that should be clarified in your introduction.

Define concepts and provide sources for them before applying them.

Critique theories by comparing and contrasting them.

Enrich your synthesis with illustrations to underpin theories and your arguments.

Diagrams, Models Tables and Graphs should be appended to the essay.  A maximum of three Appendices is permitted.

Structural Criteria

The essay should be double spaced with a 12 point font (Arial preferred).

The actual word count of your essay must be specified on your essay script.
Word counts over 1650 words will be penalised by 5 % for every 250 words over.
There should be a minimum of 10 different, academically credible references in your text.   Non academic references such as CD Rom, Internet and serious Business Press sources can be included in addition to the ten academic references.

Must follow this mark scheme

Introduction –
Key Aims

Quality of Definitions –
Evidence of research

Quality of Analysis,
Synthesis & Evaluation

Quality of Illustration –
Application of case
or placement?

Overall Comments –
Creativity of appendices

 

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Please use the questions provided in this guide to critique the journal article. When answering each question please explain and justify responses where necessary with reference to the current literature. Please see Standards and Criteria on page 13-15. 1. Background of the study (Total: 5 marks) 1.1 Briefly describe the health issue of the study’s focus? 1.2 What is the significance of the study?

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Quantitative Research

Order Description

Answer each questions using the research journal.i will upload the research i choose quantitative research assessment 1(b), in the learning guide from page 12 -15.journals.Assessment 1 (b) – Guided Critical Review of a Journal Article
This guide is used to critique the following paper:
Edwards, H. Courtney, M., Finlayson, K., Shuter, P. and Lindsay, E. (2009). A randomised controlled
trial of a community nursing intervention: improved quality of life and healing for clients with
chronic leg ulcers. Journal of Clinical Nursing, 18, 1541-1549.
Please use the questions provided in this guide to critique the journal article. When answering
each question please explain and justify responses where necessary with reference to the current
literature. Please see Standards and Criteria on page 13-15.
1. Background of the study (Total: 5 marks)
1.1 Briefly describe the health issue of the study’s focus?
1.2 What is the significance of the study?
2. Overview of the research design (Total: 5 marks)
2.1 What was the aim of the research?
2.2 What research design did the researchers use? Was it appropriate? Why /why not?
3. Sampling (Total: 10 marks)
3.1 Who were the study participants and what sampling technique was employed in this
study?
3.2 What are the inclusion and exclusion criteria of the sample? Why is it important to have
these criteria identified before recruitment?
3.3 How were the participants allocated into groups? Was this appropriate? Why/why not?
3.4 Describe the treatment the intervention and control group received during the study?
4. Data collection (Total: 10 marks)
4.1 What are the independent and dependent variables in this study? Why?
4.2 What instrument/s was/were used to collect the data?
4.3 How was the data collected?
4.4 Define the concept of reliability and discuss how reliability has/has not been
demonstrated in this study?
4.5 Define the concept of validity and discuss how validity has/has not been demonstrated in
this study?
5. Results (Total: 10 marks)
5.1 What differences in outcomes were identified between the intervention and control
groups?
5.2 Were the results significant and why?
5.3 Can the study results be generalised to other settings?
6. Evidence utilization (Total: 5 marks)
6.1 Would you implement the findings of this study in clinical practice? Why/why not?
7. Presentation (Total: 5 marks)
7.1 Referencing in-text and in reference list conforms to APA referencing style
7.2 Critique support by relevant literature using at least 3 recent academic references
published from 2010
7.3 Correct sentence, paragraph, grammatical construction, spelling, punctuation and

 

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