Question
Healthy People 2020 is a framework to assist communities in
preventing disease and promoting health. Search the scientific
literature and find a research study related to one of the focus
areas identified by Healthy People 2020.
In a 750-1000-word essay, critically appraise the study by
answering each of the following questions:
What is the study question and is it relevant?
Does the study add anything new?
What type of research question is being asked?
Was the study design appropriate for the research question?
Did the study methods address the most important potential
sources of bias?
Was the study performed according to the original protocol?
Does the study test a stated hypothesis? If so, what is it?
Does the data justify the conclusions?
Are there any conflicts of interest?
There are methodological points to consider in appraising
literature that are specific to cross-sectional, cohort,
case-control, clinical trials, and case studies. Based on the
design of this study, what are the key methodical points to
consider?
You are required to use a minimum of three scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found
in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An
abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be
using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students
should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for
successful completion of the assignment.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word
documents can be submitted to LopesWrite.
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