University of Phoenix Material Nursing Research Article Review Worksheet Using the University Library, select a current peer-reviewed nursing research article. Analyze the article using the following points: 1. Describe the study and how it relates to your area of nursing. This article discusses data pulled from a larger study that analyzed knowledge, self-confidence, and skill performance of BSN nursing students enrolled in a pediatric nursing course. The data that was used in this part of the study focused on skill performance. The study was conducted to identify if nursing students’ skills improved after participating in simulations and case studies. The analysis looked at the relationship of simulation education, students’ skills, and patient safety. The study used
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The independent variables are medium-fidelity simulation (experimental group) and low-fidelity simulation (comparison group). Bowling used the mini Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) to assess skill performance (Bowling, 2015). The data collected evaluates if the skill performance will improve with medium-fidelity simulation. According to Bowling (2015), “This design was determined to be the most appropriate to control the threats to internal validity of diffusion of treatment, maturation, selection, testing, instrumentation, and history.” 5. Identify theoretical framework. Bowling’s theoretical framework is based off Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory and Zull’s extended explanation of Kolb’s theory (Bowling, 2015). Medium- fidelity and low-fidelity simulations are two experiential learning experiences that allow the students to use various functions of the brain in a safe environment. This creates a higher retention of knowledge, skills, and safety. 6. Is the article a qualitative or quantitative research study? Explain your reasoning. This is a quantitative research study. The author used a quasi-experimental design to analyze the
The independent variables are medium-fidelity simulation (experimental group) and low-fidelity simulation (comparison group). Bowling used the mini Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) to assess skill performance (Bowling, 2015). The data collected evaluates if the skill performance will improve with medium-fidelity simulation. According to Bowling (2015), “This design was determined to be the most appropriate to control the threats to internal validity of diffusion of treatment, maturation, selection, testing, instrumentation, and history.” 5. Identify theoretical framework. Bowling’s theoretical framework is based off Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory and Zull’s extended explanation of Kolb’s theory (Bowling, 2015). Medium- fidelity and low-fidelity simulations are two experiential learning experiences that allow the students to use various functions of the brain in a safe environment. This creates a higher retention of knowledge, skills, and safety. 6. Is the article a qualitative or quantitative research study? Explain your reasoning. This is a quantitative research study. The author used a quasi-experimental design to analyze the