Component 1

Critical Evaluation of Qualitative or Quantitative Research Study

Read Stevens, K., (2013) The impact of evidence-based practice in nursing and the next big ideas. OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 18,(2), Manuscript 4. doi: 10.3912/OJIN.Vol18No02Man04

Critically evaluate either Study 3 or Study 4. Evaluate the credibility of professional citation, research design, and procedures in a research article. Include a discussion on how this study contributes to evidence-based practice.

• Study 3 – Exploring the perspectives of allied health practitioners toward the use of journal clubs as a medium for promoting evidence-based practice: a qualitative study
• Study 4 – Staff Practice, Attitudes, and Knowledge/Skills Regarding Evidence-Based Practice Before and After an Educational Intervention

All submissions must have a minimum of two scholarly references to support your work.

Examples of work to show mastery:

• 5-6 page paper – APA format
• 12-15 slide PowerPoint presentation –