Critical Appraisal #1 Rubric
Theoretical framework (theory and/or concepts)
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 7 (7%)
Identifies theoretical framework: scientific, substantive, or tentative theory Identifies study framework
Major study variables
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 15 (15%)
Identifies independent variables Identifies dependent variables or Identifies research variables Conceputally defines study variables and Operationally defines variables
Sample and setting
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 20 (20%)
Identifies inclusion and exclusion sample or eligibility criteria Identifies method used to obtain sample Identifies sample size and power analysis Identifies “refusal to participate” number and percentage Identifies sample attrition number and percentage Identifies informed consent process and IRB approval Identifies study setting
Measurement methods
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 20 (20%)
Measurement methods Completes a table that includes the following: Identify variables measured in the study Identifies author and name of each measurement method Identifies type of each measurement method Identifies reliability and validity of the scale or questionnaire if used in the study Identifies reliability and validity of an existing database, observation checklist, or interview script if used in the study Identifies precision and accuracy of the physiological measurements if used in the study
Statistical analyses
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 8 (8%)
Identifies all analysis techniques used in the study including those to describe the sample and variables, examine relationships, and/or determine differences. Identifies whether data analysis is linked to the study purpose and/or objectives, questions, and hypotheses
Interpretation of findings
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 8 (8%)
Determines whether findings related back to study framework Determines whether findings are in keeping with those expected Identifies unexpected findings Findings are consistent with previous research findings
Study limitations
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 4 (4%)
Identifies study limitations
Generalization of the findings
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 3 (3%)
Describes generalizations of the findings
Implications for nursing practice
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 3 (3%)
Identifies implications for nursing practice
Further study
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 2 (2%)
Identifies recommendations for further study
Format and Writing Style
Points Range: 0 (0%) – 10 (10%)
Writing style is clear, concise, organized by key headings based on paper guidelines, and complete. No punctuation, sentence structure, spelling, or grammar errors. Citing of sources in the paper and references need to be in APA (2010) format.
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