Identification of the elements or steps of a quantitative study is part of which of the following steps in the critical appraisal process?
a. Analysis
b. Comparison
c. Comprehension
d. Evaluation
ANS: C
The comprehension phase of critical appraisal involves understanding the terms and concepts in the report.
Analysis involves identifying incongruency between the phenomenon of interest and the measurement tool.
In the comparison phase of critical appraisal, the ideal is compared with the real. The extent to which the researcher followed the rules for an "ideal" study is evaluated.
Evaluation of the study critique is establishing the quality of the study and its appropriateness for implementation in practice.
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