RUA: Analyzing Published Research The purpose of this paper is to interpret the two articles identified as most important to the group topic. Please see the attached rubric and documents for instructe

NR449 Evidence-Based Practice RUA: Analyzing Published Research Guidelines

Evidence Matrix Table


Article

References

Purpose

Hypothesis

Study Question(s)

Variables

Independent(I)

Dependent(D)

Study Design

Sample

Size &

Selection

Data Collection

Methods

Major Finding(s)

1

(SAMPLE ARTICLE)

Smith, Lewis (2013),

What should I eat? A focus for those living with diabetes. Journal of Nursing Education, 1 (4) 111-112.

How do educational support groups effect dietary modifications in patients with diabetes?

D-Dietary modifications

I-Education

Quantitative

N- 18

Convenience sample-selected from local support group in Pittsburgh, PA

Focus Groups

Support and education improved compliance with dietary modifications.

1

2

3

4

5