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n epidemiology, meta-analyses are becoming a common research design. They are also €œthe most frequently cited form of clinical research,€ and as such are an important type of study for the advanced practice nurse to be familiar with (Haidich, 2010).
For this Assignment, you will analyze a meta-analysis article and consider the implications of this research design for nursing practice, building on this week€™s Discussion.
Reference:
Haidich, A. B. (2010). Meta-analysis in medical research. Hippokratia, 14(Suppl. 1), 29€“37. https://www.hippokratia.gr/images/PDF/14Sup1/699.pdf
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To prepare:
Using the Walden Library, locate a peer-reviewed article that utilizes a meta-analysis design and examines a population health topic that interests you. Your article must be a meta-analysis specifically, not just a systematic review.
The Assignment:
In 2€“3 pages, not including title page and references, address the following:
Identify your selected article. Explain what characteristics make this a meta-analysis.
Were the inclusion and exclusion criteria clearly stated? How were the articles that were included selected? Do you agree with the researchers€™ approach? Explain why or why not.
Do you agree with the conclusions? Explain why or why not.
Explain how you could apply implications from the study to your nursing practice.