A Research Critique provides an in-depth analysis and critique of one study. For this assignment, you will be provided with a selection of quantitative research studies. The provided studies focus on topics in mental health/addiction/(dis)ability/enablement.
- Choose one of the provided research papers.
- Identify if the study is quantitative or qualitative
- Use the critiquing guideline in the textbook that is appropriate for the selected study e.g. quantitative or qualitative |
- Write a critique of the study
- Discuss the significance of the study findings for nursing practice 1
Articles • ‘
Utter. J.. Denny. S.. Teevale. T.. & Sheridan. J. (2018). Energy drink consumption among New Zealand adolescents: associations with mental health, health risk behaviours and body size. Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health. 54(3). 279 283. https://doi.org/10.llll/jpc.13708
Reaves. D. L.. Dickson. J■ M.. Halford. J. C., Christiansen. P.. & Hardman. C. A. (2019). A qualitative analysis of problematic and non-problematic alcohol use after bariatric surgery. Obesity Surgery. 29(7). 2200-2209. https://doi.org/10.1007/sll695-019-03823-6
McGruer. N.. Baldwin. J. N.. Ruakere. B. T., & Larmer. P. J. (2019). Maori lived experience of osteoarthritis: a qualitative study guided by Kaupapa Maori principles. Journal of Primary Health Care. 11(2). 128-137. https://doi.org/10.1071/HC18079
Resources: Textbook
Polit. D.. & Beck. C. (2018). Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice (9th ed). Philadelphia. PA: Wolters Kluwer
HOW ASSESSMENT WORKS
A mark will be allocated using the Generic Guidelines for Written Assignments.
Scope of assignment and understanding of topic (60%)
Critique of the study using recognised guidelines that shows understanding of the selected research and its significance for nursing practice.
Evidence of reading and knowledge (15%)
Evidence of reading with comments that are relevant in relation to the study.
Structure (15%)
Use of guidelines with well-structured critique and all aspects addressed in a coherent and logical sequence.
Presentation (10%)
The written assignment meets expectations of academic writing following assignment and formatting guidelines. APA 7 and correct grammar are expected.
Word limit: 1500 words
