NR586NP Week 5 Discussion Population-Based Research Article

NR586NP Week 5 Discussion Population-Based Research Article

General Instructions 

Locate a scholarly article describing population-based research using a case-control or cohort study design. Provide a detailed critique of the selected article, addressing the questions below.

Include the following sections:

1. Application of Course Knowledge: Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail.

• 1. What is the study design (case-control or cohort study)? Briefly describe the key features of the chosen study design. Discuss any strengths or limitations associated with the chosen study design.
  2. Describe the sampling method employed in the study. Was it representative of the target population? Discuss any potential sources of selection bias.
  3. Assess the quality of data collection methods. Were the measures used valid and reliable? Discuss any challenges or limitations associated with data collection in the study.
  4. Summarize the main findings of the study.
  5. Describe how you may apply these findings to your practice as an advanced practice nurse.

Solution

Professor and class,

The study conducted by McKeigue et al. (2020) utilized a case-control study design to identify risk factors for severe COVID-19 infection in Scotland. A case-control study is a retrospective observational study that compares individuals with a specific condition (cases) to those without the condition (controls) to determine exposure to potential risk factors………………….. Get the full solution @ $10.00

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