Critical Appraisal of a Quasi-Experimental Quantitative StudyResearch Article: Schultz, A. A., Goodwin, P. A., Jesseman, C., Toews, H. G., Lane, M., & Smith, C. (2008). Evaluating the effectiveness of gel pillows for reducing bilateral head flattening in preterm infants: A randomized controlled pilot study. Applied Nursing Research, 21(4), 191-198.QUANTITATIVE CRITICAL APPRAISAL GUIDELINES KEY CONCEPTS IN
APPRAISAL
Research Problem and Purpose
1. What are the study problem and purpose?
2. Is the problem significant and relevant to nursing?
3. Was the study feasible to conduct in terms of money commitment; the researchers expertise; availability of subjects, facility, and equipment; and ethical considerations?