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Literature Review Flashcards

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What is a literature review?

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A structured analysis of scholarly materials on a topic, summarizing and synthesizing trends, methodologies, and conclusions.

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What are the aims of a literature review?

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To analyze and evaluate literature, establish context, and keep the writer and reader updated on developments in the field.

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Name three uses of a literature review.

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Identifying gaps in research, showing analytical skills, and learning methodologies.

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What are common sources for a literature review?

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Textbooks, journal articles, conference papers, policy documents, guidelines, and case studies.

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What is the first step in conducting a literature review?

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Identifying relevant literature using research questions, keywords, and databases like PubMed or Google Scholar.

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Why is managing materials important in a literature review?

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To organize searches into folders and use tools like EndNote or Zotero for reference tracking.

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What does critical appraisal in a literature review involve?

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Evaluating trustworthiness, gaps, strengths, and relevance of studies.

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What should a literature review summary include?

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Key findings organized in tables or concept maps to consolidate information.

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What is the PICO framework used for?

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To frame research questions and assist in evidence-based decision-making.

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What does PICO stand for?

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Population, Intervention, Control/Comparison, Outcomes.

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What is the purpose of synthesizing the literature?

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To combine insights from multiple studies into a coherent argument and address research gaps.

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What is the role of the ‘C’ in the PICO model?

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It stands for Control or Comparison, which is a standard or alternative against the intervention.

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Why should you focus on gaps in literature?

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To identify areas that require further investigation and justify your research.

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What is the last step in a literature review?

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Presentation, ensuring proper structure, analysis, and interpretation without grammatical errors.

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16
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What is a literature review?

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A structured review of scholarly materials on a topic that analyzes, synthesizes, and evaluates existing research.

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What are the aims of a literature review?

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To analyze existing research, identify gaps, establish context, and keep up-to-date with field developments.

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Why is critical appraisal important in a literature review?

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To systematically assess the trustworthiness, relevance, and validity of studies.

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What are common sources for a literature review?

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Textbooks, journal articles, policy documents, guidelines, and case studies.

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What is the first step in conducting a literature review?

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Identify and source the required literature using keywords and databases like PubMed or Google Scholar.

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What is the second step in conducting a literature review?

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Managing materials by organizing searches and using reference management tools like EndNote or Zotero.

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What should you focus on during critical appraisal?

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Key terms, trends, gaps, and methodologies while evaluating the quality of studies.

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What does the PICO framework stand for?

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Population/Patient/Problem, Intervention, Control/Comparison, Outcomes.

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Why is the PICO framework used?

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To frame research questions in a structured manner, particularly in clinical and evidence-based research.

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What is the goal of synthesizing literature?

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To combine insights from multiple studies into a coherent and logical argument.

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Why should you avoid copy-pasting in a literature review?

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To ensure originality, proper analysis, and critical thinking in presenting the findings.

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What is the difference between summarizing and synthesizing?

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Summarizing lists key points, while synthesizing combines insights into a cohesive argument.

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What is the ‘P’ in PICO?

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Population, Patient, or Problem.

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What is the ‘I’ in PICO?

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Intervention or exposure being tested.

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What is the ‘C’ in PICO?

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Control or comparison group.

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What is the ‘O’ in PICO?

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Outcomes or expected results of the intervention.

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What are tables or concept maps used for in a literature review?

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To visually organize and summarize data for easier synthesis.

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What are some ethical violations to avoid in a literature review?

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Plagiarism, falsifying citations, and misrepresenting study findings.

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How do you handle conflicting evidence in a literature review?

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Highlight and critically analyze the conflicts to provide a balanced perspective.

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What is the final step of a literature review?

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Synthesizing and presenting findings in a logical, systematic, and error-free format.

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