Evaluating quantitative research reports.

Cynthia L Russell

PubMed · 15787085

Evaluating quantitative research reports.

Abstract

As a novice reviewer, it is often difficult to trust your evaluation of a research report. You may feel uncertain in your interpretations. These are common concerns and can be remedied by reading and discussing research reports on research listservs, through journal clubs, or with other nephrology nurses. Practice using the criteria for research report evaluation and you too can perfect critiquing a research report!

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