In the critical appraisal process, a research consumer reads through the abstract and research report. References are examined closely, and the research report is analyzed for completeness of the major sections
Which step of the research critique process is described here?
a. Analysis
b. Comparison
c. Comprehension
d. Evaluation
ANS: C
The comprehension phase involves understanding the terms and concepts in the report and identifying the elements or steps of the research process. The readers should first review the abstract, read the entire study, and examine the references.
Analysis involves identifying incongruency between the phenomenon of interest and the measurement tool.
In the comparison phase of critique, 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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