Quasi-Experimental Design
Critical Appraisal of a Quasi-Experimental Design
Nursing research is an essential part of a nurse’s profession; it has a remarkable influence on current and future evidence-based practice (Tingen, Burnett, & Murchison, 2009). Therefore, it is vital that nurses develop the skill of critiquing a research paper to know how to read and understand those reports. Because evidence-based practice is embedded in the foundation of nursing, it is vital that nurses develop the ability to recognize research that is trustworthy, current, and relevant to practice.
Introduction
Quasi-experimental Evaluation of a Telephone-Based Peer Support Intervention for Maternal Depression was written by Letourneau et al. (2015). The authors evaluate the effect of telephone-based …show more content…
Letourneau et al. articulate the importance of developing an accessible and desirable means for mothers with PPD to get support. A variety of relevant articles were used to identify characteristics of mothers with PPD, and why of those mothers may be reluctant to seek support. Although several primary sources were used, some of the information in the article appeared to be outdated; specifically, the global PPD rates cited from 2000 and 2004. Additionally, ample evidence was provided to support the claim that TBPS can effectively prevent and reduce many of the symptoms associated with PPD. The authors did not clearly articulate a hypothesis or a theoretical …show more content…
The authors draw awareness to the impact that PPD has on women and the many barriers that prevent some women from getting support. Letourneau et al. suggest that nurses who care for mothers should regularly incorporate mental health care into their assessments and learn how to recognize factors that may contribute to the development of PPD. Doing this will reduce the stigma associated with maternal depression and make support more accessible.
Strengths and Weaknesses
This article is useful for those seeking information related to the characteristics of women with PPD in NB. Trustworthy instruments such as the EPDS and a reported low error entry rate can give confidence in the study; however, in spite its strengths, this article does have limitations. For example, the article appeared to be addressing a global population but instead focused on a rural population. Additionally, numerous numerical/grammatical errors made it difficult to read the article and develop a clear understanding of the intent of the study.
Closing
Nursing research is an essential part of a nurse’s profession; it has a remarkable influence on current and future evidence-based practice (Tingen, Burnett, & Murchison, 2009). Therefore, it is vital that nurses develop the skill of critiquing a research paper to know how to read and understand those reports. Because evidence-based practice is embedded in the foundation of nursing, it is vital that nurses develop the ability to recognize research that is trustworthy, current, and relevant to practice.
Introduction
Quasi-experimental Evaluation of a Telephone-Based Peer Support Intervention for Maternal Depression was written by Letourneau et al. (2015). The authors evaluate the effect of telephone-based …show more content…
Letourneau et al. articulate the importance of developing an accessible and desirable means for mothers with PPD to get support. A variety of relevant articles were used to identify characteristics of mothers with PPD, and why of those mothers may be reluctant to seek support. Although several primary sources were used, some of the information in the article appeared to be outdated; specifically, the global PPD rates cited from 2000 and 2004. Additionally, ample evidence was provided to support the claim that TBPS can effectively prevent and reduce many of the symptoms associated with PPD. The authors did not clearly articulate a hypothesis or a theoretical …show more content…
The authors draw awareness to the impact that PPD has on women and the many barriers that prevent some women from getting support. Letourneau et al. suggest that nurses who care for mothers should regularly incorporate mental health care into their assessments and learn how to recognize factors that may contribute to the development of PPD. Doing this will reduce the stigma associated with maternal depression and make support more accessible.
Strengths and Weaknesses
This article is useful for those seeking information related to the characteristics of women with PPD in NB. Trustworthy instruments such as the EPDS and a reported low error entry rate can give confidence in the study; however, in spite its strengths, this article does have limitations. For example, the article appeared to be addressing a global population but instead focused on a rural population. Additionally, numerous numerical/grammatical errors made it difficult to read the article and develop a clear understanding of the intent of the study.
Closing