Nu310 Unit 4
Critique Unit 8
Felicia DeGross
Kaplan University: NU310
Introduction Studies can show a great deal of good and useful information if done correctly. Data collection is a critical part of the study and needs to be done properly. In this paper I will critique the data collection methods as well as the data analysis methods.
Data Collection Methodology/Instruments Identified and Described
The Effects of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure Measurement The data in this study was obtained using a specific machine. The machine type and specifications are described in the study as well as was the method used for calibrating the machine. The study also states “This blood pressure monitor was used by the nurse researchers throughout the data collection …show more content…
As stated in the study the subjects were placed in a room with a certain temperature and that was away from noise of the clinic. The subject then took off any constrictive clothing and was seated to relax for a minimum of five minutes. With the participants feet flat on the floor the blood pressure reading was obtained and recorded. After a minimum of three minutes the subject was told to cross one leg over the knee of the other leg and the blood pressure was then measured and recorded again (Foster-Fitzpatrick, Ortiz, Sibilano, Marcantonio & Braun, 1999).
The Experience of Patients Undergoing Awake Craniotomy Although the exact procedure was not clearly laid out it does state how the data was collected. Each interview lasted between 30 and 60 minutes and was recorded so they could listen again later if need be. Since interviews can not be scripted 100% before hand there can’t really be a strict procedure to follow for this type of study.
Analysis of Research Question
The Effects of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure …show more content…
They are broken down into the different categories; preoperative concerns, intraoperative concerns, and postoperative concerns. They use participant quotes a lot throughout the findings section to show exactly how the participants responded during the interviews.
Summary
For the most part both of these studies in the areas critiqued were well done. The only thing I would change would be to change the sample population of the The Effect of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure Measurement study to include females to get less generalized results. Both studies provide adequate information and show reliability and validity.
References
Beck, C.T. & Polit, D.F. (2012) Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice (9th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.
Foster-Fitzpatrick, L., Ortiz, A., Sibilano, H., Marcantonio, R., & Braun, L. T. (1999). The effects of crossed leg on blood pressure measurement. Nursing Research, 48(2), 105-108.
Palese, A., Skrap, M., Fachin, M., Visioli, S., & Zannini, L. (2008). The experience of patients undergoing awake craniotomy. Cancer Nursing, 31(2),
Felicia DeGross
Kaplan University: NU310
Introduction Studies can show a great deal of good and useful information if done correctly. Data collection is a critical part of the study and needs to be done properly. In this paper I will critique the data collection methods as well as the data analysis methods.
Data Collection Methodology/Instruments Identified and Described
The Effects of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure Measurement The data in this study was obtained using a specific machine. The machine type and specifications are described in the study as well as was the method used for calibrating the machine. The study also states “This blood pressure monitor was used by the nurse researchers throughout the data collection …show more content…
As stated in the study the subjects were placed in a room with a certain temperature and that was away from noise of the clinic. The subject then took off any constrictive clothing and was seated to relax for a minimum of five minutes. With the participants feet flat on the floor the blood pressure reading was obtained and recorded. After a minimum of three minutes the subject was told to cross one leg over the knee of the other leg and the blood pressure was then measured and recorded again (Foster-Fitzpatrick, Ortiz, Sibilano, Marcantonio & Braun, 1999).
The Experience of Patients Undergoing Awake Craniotomy Although the exact procedure was not clearly laid out it does state how the data was collected. Each interview lasted between 30 and 60 minutes and was recorded so they could listen again later if need be. Since interviews can not be scripted 100% before hand there can’t really be a strict procedure to follow for this type of study.
Analysis of Research Question
The Effects of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure …show more content…
They are broken down into the different categories; preoperative concerns, intraoperative concerns, and postoperative concerns. They use participant quotes a lot throughout the findings section to show exactly how the participants responded during the interviews.
Summary
For the most part both of these studies in the areas critiqued were well done. The only thing I would change would be to change the sample population of the The Effect of Crossed Leg on Blood Pressure Measurement study to include females to get less generalized results. Both studies provide adequate information and show reliability and validity.
References
Beck, C.T. & Polit, D.F. (2012) Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice (9th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins.
Foster-Fitzpatrick, L., Ortiz, A., Sibilano, H., Marcantonio, R., & Braun, L. T. (1999). The effects of crossed leg on blood pressure measurement. Nursing Research, 48(2), 105-108.
Palese, A., Skrap, M., Fachin, M., Visioli, S., & Zannini, L. (2008). The experience of patients undergoing awake craniotomy. Cancer Nursing, 31(2),