Module 2 Flashcards

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Critical Appraisal

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Is an objective, structured approach that results in a better understanding of a study’s strength and weaknesses.

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2
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Critical appraisal tools allow nurses to

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Evaluate the evidence using structured questions or a checklist.

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3
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Is there a “gold standard” critical appraisal tool?

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Nope

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4
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Appraisal tools are selected based on

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The TYPE of evidence/design (e.g randomized control trial, qualitative study, systematic review, etc.)

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Typically, more than one appraisal tool will be available for

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Each type of research design

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6
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Reporting Guidelines

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Are a checklist of items that researchers should include in a publication.

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7
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Reporting guidelines often specify

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A minimum set of items that need to be reported in order to provide a clear and transparent account of the process and findings.

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8
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Opaque recordings are directly associated with

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Biased conclusions

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Without a clear understanding of how a study was done,

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Readers are unable to judge whether the findings are reliable.

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10
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Not sure if its going to be on quiz or exams but review

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Literature database tutorial parts 1 and 2
How to read a research paper
And review readings in book (pages 49-65)

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