Mastering research critique and statistical interpretation. Guidelines and golden rules.
Mastery of statistical analysis research critique is an important skill for professional nurses. A Guideline for Statistical Analysis and Golden Rules for Statistical Analysis Adequacy are presented and applied to classroom use. Students who learn how to critique research and statistics usage effectively are satisfied consumers and report using knowledge in other clinical courses. Effective strategies to teach statistical analysis critique are discussed.
Robinson
J H
JH
School of Nursing, Medical College. jrobinson@mco.edu
D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D004508:Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate / Q000379:methods*; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D008433:Mathematics; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000193:education*; D011361:Professional Competence / Q000592:standards; D015397:Program Evaluation; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods*