Critique of a Research Article

Abstract

In this paper, we will be analyzing the research conducted by Levin et al. the research has analyzed the concepts of evidence-based practice and ARCC model of nursing. We have critically analyzed the methods, research design, and limitations of the study to understand the topic and have an in depth analysis of the concepts.

Table of Contents

Introduction1

Discussion2

Conclusion4

References6

Critique of a Research Article

Introduction

Evidence-Based practice is a concept initially introduced by and borrowed from medical practice. Over the past decade, it has been adopted by the behavioral sciences (e.g., psychology, communication disorders, occupational and physical therapy) and educational fields.

The concept of EBP was adopted from medical science in its application to the treatment of medical illness and disease. Within such a framework, what is being treated and what can be considered as evidence of the effectiveness of treatment can be more clearly defined and measured, since the biomedical basis of a condition is often more clearly understood within a medical model (Gray et al. 2006).

Furthermore, measurement of effectiveness typically is more objective, and there tends to be greater consensus about indicators of meaningful progress, such as lessening of, or abatement of physical/biological symptoms. This is not the case for the core symptoms of autism (although it may be relevant for associated medical conditions such as gastrointestinal distress or seizure disorders). Specifically, while it is well accepted that there are genetic contributions and a neurological basis to most forms of ASD, the spectrum of conditions is nonetheless currently defined as a behavioral syndrome (Sackett et al. 2000).

Furthermore, the overwhelming majority of treatments, whether educational or biomedical, are not designed to directly address the neurological basis of ASD, which remains elusive. Rather, most treatments are designed to mitigate the core behavioral deficits / differences or to build adaptive abilities or skills to enable an individual to be more successful and to enhance quality of life. (As noted, some treatments may be targeted to address co-morbid medical conditions as well).

In this study, we have critically analyzed the research article by Levin et al. The topic was of the research is Evidence-Based Practice to Improve Nurse and Cost Outcomes in a Community Health Setting.

Discussion

The study conducted by Levin, et al. “Evidence-Based Practice to Improve Nurse and Cost Outcomes in a Community Health Setting” is masterpiece for analyzing and understanding the concept of Evidence-Based practice and the model of ARCC.

The methodology employed by the study was that of pilot study. A pilot study play a pivotal role in the planning of extensive research and it is often expensive (Levin, Fineout-Overholt et al. 2011). Pilot studies are also known as exploratory studies that are those who are investigated for the first time or are very few studies have already been done for investigation. Such type of study is also used to identify a problem.

Levin et al. have conducted this research for evaluating the preliminary effects of implementing the ARCC model on nurse and cost outcomes in a community health ...