gathering and appraising the literature

Question 1

purpose of a literature review

Answer 1

develop string foundation, synthesize current knowledge, analyze current evidence, advance to test theories, determine recommendations

Question 2

How will a clear PICOT question help research?

Answer 2

identifies variable, locate high level of evidence, critically appraise literature, synthesize literature, develop recommendations, minimize search bias

Question 3

peer review

Answer 3

article that has been reviewed by experts before publication

Question 4

T/F: Peer review increases the credibility of the article

Answer 4

true

Question 5

primary sources

Answer 5

original information directly from the author

Question 6

secondary sources

Answer 6

information from which someone other than the author; Summarizes or interprets information from someone other than author

Question 7

T/F: secondary sources are good to use in research

Answer 7

False: they should be avoided, try to find primary source

Question 8

grey literature

Answer 8

information which is processed by the government, industry, health care organizations, etc..

Question 9

pre-appraised literature or review article

Answer 9

review of information already known

Question 10

when is a pre-appraised literature or review article considered a primary source

Answer 10

when the article uses a scientific or research process.

Question 11

how far should you search back in time for information

Answer 11

5-7 years