NUR3165 Literature Review QEP Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is to investigate a minimum of five current nursing research
publications on an approved research problem. The goal is to be able to differentiate research
from other types of publications, with a focus on qualitative and quantitative research. Your
professor will provide you with a rubric by which your work will be evaluated.
Introductory paragraph
Introduce your problem statement and the research question you are exploring. What do you
set out to do in this paper? Give the reader a brief preview of your paper. The problem
statement should be supported well by evidence. The databases and concepts used for the
search should also be provided.
Research: Summary of Findings
In this section you will summarize a minimum of five current articles which address your
research question. Summarize major findings of each article under each major heading. Cite
all your sources, using a minimal number of direct quotes
Analysis
This is the section where you analyze the articles. Critically synthesize these works in an
organized manner, pointing out their similanties and differences.
Conclusion
Summarize the most important points from your paper. Draw any final conclusions about the
topic.
Reflection
In this section, you may now begin to write in first person (I, me, my). Address these
questions in this section in a narrative fashion:
What did you learn from the assignment?
How does this new information compare to your prior knowledge?
How has this assignment helped you to become more of a critical thinker?
What new research skills can you now apply?
How will this assignment impact your practice in the future?
Did you experience any *a-ha* moment(s) while researching about your topic?
What new connections did you make from your class, textbook, research, and
exocnence
QEP Writing Assignment Requirements:
Your paper must be APA 7* edition format. Use headings in your paper. Your
introduction needs no heading. The title (centered and bold) precedes your introduction.
Double space your paper and use APA-approved fonts and sizes such Times New
Roman 12-point or Aril 11-point font.
Proofread your paper and visit a writing tutor before submitting your paper to Turnitin
A minimum of five (b) nursing research articles must be usco
At least one of the authors on each article must be a nurse
The articles should be within the last 5 years.
Make sure to include in your reference page the do ur of the articles, so your
professor can view the full text of the five publications
he articles should be a combination of both qualitative and quantauve