Assignment: Rough Draft Quantitative

Assignment: Rough Draft Quantitative
Assignment: Rough Draft Quantitative
Use the practice problem and a quantitative, peer-reviewed research article you identified in the Topic 1 assignment to complete this assignment.
In a 1000-1,250 word essay, summarize the study, explain the ways in which the findings might be used in nursing practice, and address ethical considerations associated with the conduct of the study.
Refer to the resource “Research Critique Guidelines” for suggested headings and content for your paper.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.
To complete this assignment, use the practice issue and a quantitative, peer-reviewed research article you identified in the Topic 1 assignment.
Summarize the study, explain how the findings might be applied in nursing practice, and discuss ethical concerns related to the study’s conduct in a 1000-1,250 word essay.
For suggested headers and substance for your report, use the website “Research Critique Guidelines.”
Prepare this work in accordance with the APA Style Guide, which may be found in the Student Success Center.
It is not necessary to submit an abstract.
A rubric is used in this task.
Please study the rubric before beginning the assignment to ensure that you understand the requirements for a successful completion.
You must use Turnitin to submit this assignment.
Please refer to the Student Success Center for instructions.
1 0.00 percent is unsatisfactory
3 Satisfactory 83.00 percent 2 Less than Satisfactory 75.00 percent
4 Excellent (94.00%)
5 Excellent 75.0 percent content 100.00 percent
15.0 percent Study Background
The study’s background, which includes the problem, importance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is lacking.
The study’s background, which includes the problem, its importance to nursing, the goal, objective, and research questions, is presented, but it is lacking in crucial facts and explanation.
The study’s background, which contains the problem, its importance to nursing, the goal, objective, and research questions, is only partially full, but it does include some significant details and explanation.
The study’s background, which contains the problem, its importance to nursing, the goal, objective, and research questions, is thorough and includes all necessary details and explanations.
The study’s background, which includes the problem, its importance to nursing, the goal, objective, and research questions, is detailed and well-explained.
15.0 percent Research Method
The explanation of the research process does not include a discussion of the conceptual/theoretical framework.
Although there is a discussion of the technique of study, as well as a discussion of the conceptual/theoretical framework, it is lacking in significant information and explanation.
The description of the research technique, which includes a discussion of the conceptual/theoretical framework, is only partially comprehensive, although it does offer some significant facts and explanation.
The presentation of the research process, including the conceptual/theoretical framework, is thorough and includes all important facts and explanations.
The technique of investigation is thoroughly discussed, including the conceptual/theoretical framework, with major pertinent information and extended explanation.
15.0 percent of the study’s findings
There isn’t enough discussion of the study’s findings and implications for nursing practice.
Although there is a discussion of the study’s findings and implications for nursing practice, it is lacking in crucial facts and explanation.
The discussion of the study’s findings, as well as its implications for nursing practice, is only partially full, although it does offer some pertinent details and explanation.
The discussion of the study’s findings, as well as their implications for nursing practice, is thorough and includes all important facts and explanations.
The findings of the study, as well as their implications for nursing practice, are thoroughly discussed, with major pertinent information and lengthy explanation.
Ethical Considerations account up 15.0 percent of the total.
There isn’t enough discussion of the ethical issues that come up when conducting nursing research.
Although there is a discussion of ethical considerations linked with nursing research, it is lacking in crucial facts and explanation.
The discussion of ethical considerations in nursing research is only partially full, but it does offer some significant details and explanation.
The discussion of ethical considerations related to nursing research is thorough and provides all necessary details and explanations.
The discussion of ethical considerations related to the conduct of nursing research is in-depth, with a lot of useful information and explanation.
Conclusion: 15.0 percent
A critical appraisal and relevance of findings are not summarized in the conclusion.
The conclusion is ambiguous, and it makes no mention of nursing’s value.
The research’s utility and importance to nursing practice are summarized in the conclusion.
The importance of the findings to nursing practice is summarized in the conclusion, which summarizes the research’s utility from the critical evaluation.
The value of the findings to nursing practice is summarized in the conclusion, which summarizes the utility of the research from the critical assessment, knowledge gained, and the importance of the findings to nursing practice.
15.0 percent Efficiency and Organization
5% of total
The Development of a Thesis and Its Purpose
Paper is devoid of any obvious overarching goal or organizing claim.
The thesis isn’t well-developed or ambiguous.
The goal is unclear.
The thesis is clear and relevant to the purpose.
The thesis is concise and predicts the course of the paper.
The thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments, as well as being relevant to the purpose.
The thesis is detailed and comprises the main points of the work.
The thesis statement clarifies the paper’s goal.
Argument: 5.0 percent
Construction and Logic
The conclusion does not support the statement of purpose.
The finding contradicts the assertion stated.
The argument is illogical and relies on untrustworthy sources.
There isn’t enough evidence to back up allegations.
There is a lack of consistency in the argument.
The logic has apparent problems in it.
Some sources have a dubious reputation.
The argument is well-organized, however there are a few inconsistencies.
The argument provides just rudimentary evidence to back up its claims.
The objective is supported by a reasonable, although not exhaustive, argument.
The sources used are trustworthy.
The thesis is framed by the introduction and conclusion.
The argument follows a logical path.
Argumentation techniques are clearly visible.
From the beginning to the end, the claims are presented in a logical order.
The majority of the sources are reliable.
The argument is simple and persuasive, and it delivers a compelling premise in a unique and compelling way.
All of the sources are reliable.
5.0 percent Writing Mechanics (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
Surface mistakes are so common that they obstruct meaning communication.
Inappropriate wording or sentence structure is employed.
The reader is distracted by frequent and repetitive mechanical faults.
There are inconsistencies in the language used (register), sentence structure, and word choice.
There are a few mechanical problems or typos, but they aren’t annoying to the reader.
Correct sentence structure is employed, as well as terminology that is appropriate for the target audience.
Although there may be a few mechanical faults in prose, it is generally free of them.
The author employs a range of sentence forms and effective figures of speech.
The writer has a strong mastery of written academic English.
Format: 10.0 percent
Paper Format: 5.0 percent (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)
The template isn’t used correctly, and the documentation format is rarely followed.
The template is used, but some elements are missing or incorrect, and there is a lack of formatting control.
The template is used, and the formatting is correct, albeit there may be some minor problems.
The template is completely filled out; there are almost no flaws in the formatting style.
All of the formatting elements are in order.
Documentation of Sources: 5.0 percent (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)
The sources aren’t cited.
Source documentation is inconsistent or wrong, depending on the assignment and style, and there are various formatting problems.
Although certain formatting issues may be present, sources are documented as suitable for the assignment and style.
The sources are properly documented according to the assignment and style, and the formatting is mainly correct.
Sources are fully and accurately documented, as required by the assignment and style, and the format is error-free.
Total Weightage is 100 percent
Rough Draft Qualitative Research Critique and Ethical Considerations – Rubric
Rubric Criteria
Total 190 points
Criterion
1. 1: Unsatisfactory
2. 2: Less Than Satisfactory
3. 3: Satisfactory
4. 4: Good
5. 5: Excellent
Ethical Considerations
Ethical Considerations
0 points
Discussion of ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is incomplete. A discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles presented in the essay is incomplete.
21.38 points
Discussion of ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is included but lacks relevant details and explanation. A discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles used in the essay is summarized but there are significant inaccuracies or omissions.
23.65 points
Discussion of ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is partially complete and includes some relevant details and explanation. A discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles used in the essay is discussed but there are some inaccuracies, or some information is needed.
26.79 points
Discussion of ethical considerations when conducting nursing research is complete and includes relevant details and explanation. A discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles used in the essay is presented; some detail in needed for accuracy or clarity.
28.5 points
Discussion of ethical considerations associated with the conduct of nursing research is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation. A detailed discussion on ethical considerations of the two articles used in the essay is presented.
Results of Study
Results of Study
0 points
Discussion of study results, including findings and implications for nursing practice, is incomplete.
21.38 points
A summary of the study results includes findings and implications for nursing practice but lacks relevant details and explanation. There are some omissions or inaccuracies.
23.65 points
Discussion of study results, including findings and implications for nursing practice, is generally presented. Overall, the discussion includes some relevant details and explanation.
26.79 points
Discussion of study results, including findings and implications for nursing practice, is complete and includes relevant details and explanation.
28.5 points
Discussion of study results, including findings and implications for nursing practice, is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.
Article Support of Nursing Practice Issue
Article Support of Nursing Practice Issue
0 points
Discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is incomplete.
21.38 points
A summary of how articles support the PICOT question is presented. It is unclear how the articles can be used to answer the proposed PICOT question. Significant information and detail are required.
23.65 points
A general discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate general support in answering the proposed PICOT question. It is unclear how the interventions and comparison groups in the articles compare to those identified in the PICOT question. Some rational or information is needed.
26.79 points
A discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles compare to those identified in the PICOT question. Minor detail or rational is needed for clarity or support.
28.5 points
A clear discussion on how articles support the PICOT question is presented. The articles demonstrate strong support in answering the proposed PICOT question. The interventions and comparison groups in the articles strongly compare to those identified in the PICOT question.
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used.
7.13 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, or word choice are present.
7.89 points
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.
8.93 points
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.
9.5 points
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
Thesis Development and Purpose
Thesis Development and Purpose
0 points
Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.
7.13 points
Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.
7.89 points
Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
8.93 points
Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.
9.5 points
Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
Documentation of Sources
Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)
0 points
Sources are not documented.
7.13 points
Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.
7.89 points
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.
8.93 points
Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.
9.5 points
Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.
Qualitative Studies
Qualitative Studies
0 points
Only one article is presented. Neither of the articles presented use qualitative research.
7.13 points
Two articles are presented. Of the articles presented, only one article is based on qualitative research.
7.89 points
N/A
8.93 points
N/A
9.5 points
Two articles are presented. Both articles are based on qualitative research.
Argument Logic and Construction
Argument Logic and Construction
0 points
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.
7.13 points
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.
7.89 points
Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.
8.93 points
Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.
9.5 points
Argument is clear and convincing and presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
Method of Study
Method of Study
0 points
Discussion on the method of study for each article is omitted. The comparison of study methods is omitted or incomplete.
21.38 points
A partial summary of the method of study for each article is presented. The comparison of study methods is incomplete. A benefit and a limitation of each method are omitted or incomplete. There are significant inaccuracies.
23.65 points
A general discussion on the method of study for each article is presented. The comparison of study methods is summarized. A benefit and a limitation of each method are summarized. There some inaccuracies or partial omissions. More information is needed.
26.79 points
A discussion on the method of study for each article is presented. The comparison of study methods is generally described. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented. There minor are inaccuracies. Some detail is required for accuracy or clarity.
28.5 points
A thorough discussion on the method of study for each article is presented. The comparison of study methods is described in detail. A benefit and a limitation of each method are presented. The discussion demonstrates a solid understanding of research methods.
Background of Study
Background of Study
0 points
Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is incomplete.
14.25 points
Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is included but lacks relevant details and explanation.
15.77 points
Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is partially complete and includes some relevant details and explanation.
17.86 points
Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is complete and includes relevant details and explanation.
19 points
Background of study, including problem, significance to nursing, purpose, objective, and research questions, is thorough with substantial relevant details and extensive explanation.
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)
0 points
Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.
7.13 points
Template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken; lack of control with formatting is apparent.
7.89 points
Template is used, and formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.
8.93 points
Template is fully used; There are virtually no errors in formatting style.
9.5 points
All format elements are correct.