A literature review analyzes how current research supports the PICOT, as well as identifies what is known and what is not known in the evidence. Students will use the PICOT question from the earlier “PICOT Question” template and information from the “Literature Evaluation Table” assignment to develop a review.
Using eight peer-reviewed articles, write 750-1,000-word review that includes the following sections:
- Introduction section (including PICOT Question)
- A summary of the purpose of the studies
- A comparison of sample populations
- A synthesis of the studies’ conclusions (when looking at all of the studies together, group the conclusions by themes )
- A summary of the limitations of the studies
- A conclusion section, incorporating recommendations for further research
You are required to cite a minimum of eight peer-reviewed articles to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the past 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric.
Benchmark – Literature Review – Rubric
Introduction 2 points
Criteria Description
Provide an introduction section, including the PICOT question.
5. Target 2 points
An introduction section, including the PICOT question, is thorough and accurate.
4. Acceptable 1.78 points
An introduction section, including the PICOT question, is mostly detailed.
3. Approaching 1.58 points
An introduction section, including the PICOT question, is present, but lacks detail.
2. Insufficient 1.5 points
An introduction section, including the PICOT question, is inaccurate or incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
An introduction section, including the PICOT question, is missing.
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Purpose of Studies 4 points
Criteria Description
Summarize the purpose of each study.
5. Target 4 points
A summary of the purpose of each study is thorough and accurate.
4. Acceptable 3.56 points
A summary of the purpose of each study is mostly detailed.
3. Approaching 3.16 points
A summary of the purpose of each study is present but lacks detail.
2. Insufficient 3 points
A summary of the purpose of each study is inaccurate or incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
A summary of the purpose of each study is missing.
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Comparison of Sample Populations 4 points
Criteria Description
Compare the sample population(s) of each study.
5. Target 4 points
A comparison of the sample population(s) of each study is thorough and accurate.
4. Acceptable 3.56 points
A comparison of the sample population(s) of each study is mostly detailed.
3. Approaching 3.16 points
A comparison of the sample population(s) of each study is present but lacks detail.
2. Insufficient 3 points
A comparison of the sample population(s) of each study is inaccurate or incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
A comparison of the sample population(s) of each study is missing.
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Synthesis of Studies’ Conclusion (B) 10 points
Criteria Description
Synthesize the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes. The student
demonstrates an understanding of evidence-based practice that will advance the
scholarship of learning. (C4.1)
5. Target 10 points
A synthesis of the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes, is
thorough and accurate. The student demonstrates a clear ability to incorporate
evidence-based practice that will advance the scholarship of learning.
4. Acceptable 8.9 points
A synthesis of the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes, is
mostly detailed. The student demonstrates an adequate ability to incorporate
evidence-based practice that will advance the scholarship of learning.
3. Approaching 7.9 points
A synthesis of the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes, is
present but lacks detail. The student demonstrates a general ability to incorporate
evidence-based practice that will advance the scholarship of learning.
2. Insufficient 7.5 points
A synthesis of the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes, is
inaccurate or incomplete. The student demonstrates an inconsistent ability to
incorporate evidence-based practice that will advance the scholarship of learning.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
A synthesis of the conclusion of each study, grouping the studies by themes, is
missing. The student was unable to incorporate evidence-based practice to advance
the scholarship of learning.
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Summary of the Limitations of the Study 4 points
Criteria Description
Summarize the limitation(s) of each study.
5. Target 4 points
A summary the limitation(s) of each study is thorough and accurate.
4. Acceptable 3.56 points
A summary the limitation(s) of each study is mostly detailed.
3. Approaching 3.16 points
A summary the limitation(s) of each study is present but lacks detail.
2. Insufficient 3 points
A summary the limitation(s) of each study is inaccurate or incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
A summary the limitation(s) of each study is missing.
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Conclusion and Recommendations for Further Research 4 points
Criteria Description
Include a conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research.
5. Target 4 points
A conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research, is thorough and
accurate.
4. Acceptable 3.56 points
A conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research, is mostly
detailed.
3. Approaching 3.16 points
A conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research, is present but
lacks detail.
2. Insufficient 3 points
A conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research, is inaccurate or
incomplete.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
A conclusion, incorporating recommendation for further research, is missing.
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Thesis, Position, or Purpose 2.8 points
Criteria Description
Communicates reason for writing and demonstrates awareness of audience.
5. Target 2.8 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is clearly communicated throughout and clearly
directed to a specific audience.
4. Acceptable 2.49 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is adequately presented. An awareness of the
appropriate audience is demonstrated.
3. Approaching 2.21 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is discernable in most aspects but is occasionally
weak or unclear. There is limited awareness of the appropriate audience.
2. Insufficient 2.1 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is unfocused or confused. There is very little
awareness of the intended audience.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is not discernible. No awareness of the appropriate
audience is evident.
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Development, Structure, and Conclusion 2.8 points
Criteria Description
Advances position or purpose throughout writing; conclusion aligns to and evolves
from development.
5. Target 2.8 points
Limited advancement of thesis, position, or purpose is discernable. There are
inconsistencies in organization or the relationship of ideas. Conclusion is simplistic
and not fully aligned to the development of the purpose.
4. Acceptable 2.49 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is advanced in most aspects. Ideas clearly build on
each other. Conclusion aligns to the development of the purpose.
3. Approaching 2.21 points
The thesis, position, or purpose is logically advanced throughout. The progression
of ideas is coherent and unified. A clear and logical conclusion aligns to the
development of the purpose.
2. Insufficient 2.1 points
Writing lacks logical progression of the thesis, position, or purpose. Some
organization is attempted, but ideas are disconnected. Conclusion is unclear and
not supported by the overall development of the purpose.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
No advancement of the thesis, position, or purpose is evident. Connections
between paragraphs are missing or inappropriate. No conclusion is offered.
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Evidence 2.4 points
Criteria Description
Selects and integrates evidence to support and advance position/purpose; considers
other perspectives.
5. Target 2.4 points
Specific and appropriate evidence is included. Relevant perspectives of others are
clearly considered.
4. Acceptable 2.14 points
Relevant evidence that includes other perspectives is used.
3. Approaching 1.9 points
Evidence is used but is insufficient or of limited relevance. Simplistic explanation or
integration of other perspectives is present.
2. Insufficient 1.8 points
Evidence is limited or irrelevant. The interpretation of other perspectives is
superficial or incorrect.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Evidence to support the thesis, position, or purpose is absent. The writing relies
entirely on the perspective of the writer.
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Mechanics of Writing 2.4 points
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, language use, sentence
structure, etc.
5. Target 2.4 points
No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence
structure are used throughout.
4. Acceptable 2.14 points
Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence
structure are used.
3. Approaching 1.9 points
Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally
appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.
2. Insufficient 1.8 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language
choice or sentence structure are recurrent.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language
choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.
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Format/Documentation 1.6 points
Criteria Description
Uses appropriate style, such as APA, MLA, etc., for college, subject, and level;
documents sources using citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc.,
appropriate to assignment and discipline.
5. Target 1.6 points
No errors in formatting or documentation are present.
4. Acceptable 1.42 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used with only minor errors.
3. Approaching 1.26 points
Appropriate format and documentation are used, although there are some obvious
errors.
2. Insufficient 1.2 points
Appropriate format is attempted, but some elements are missing. Frequent errors
in documentation of sources are evident.
1. Unsatisfactory 0 points
Appropriate format is not used. No documentation of sources is provided.
Total 40 points
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