Critical appraisal
Order Description
Module 4- Critical Appraisal of the Evidence Assignment
• Critically appraise and summarize the literature (3 articles) that is selected for your PICO(T) question in the Evidence Table Handout found in this module. You will
post the Evidence Table as well as the Critical Appraisal Checklists per article in your submission
Grading Criteria:
5/5 Provide an introduction with a clear purpose statement that also generates curiosity for the reader. Be sure to state your PICOT question.
5/5 Discuss the need for and the power of an evidence table.
60/60 Share your Evidence Table in the format provided in the module. Be sure to provide for each article:
Table Elements For Each Reference
Citation (APA Format)
Design/Method
Levels of Evidence
Sample/Setting
Major Variables (Dependent & Independent)
Measurement
Data Analyses
Findings
Appraisal: Worth to Practice
60/60 Create Critical Appraisal Checklists per article
5/5 Provide a conclusion that summarizes the content covered
10/10 Assessment of the written work for: (a) writing style, clarity, and precision; (b) spelling and grammar; and (c) appropriate word usage, and formatting,
Including appropriate APA format; (d) references are appropriate.
Total 100/100 points