Conduct a search of literature relevant to the problem/topic:
Research problem: There may be plenty of standardized tools for mental health screening in
pediatric oncology, but they aren't used consistently and may not be effective. This is a problem
because emotional distress can go undetected, which can impact recovery, compliance during
treatment, and most importantly, quality of life. Advanced practice nurses can play a huge role in
addressing and closing these gaps in their care.
Research question: How can advanced practice nurses help close the gap in consistent mental
health screening by improving the use of standardized tools in pediatric oncology?
Evidence Matrix
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Author |
Journal Name/ Year of Publication |
Research Design |
Sample Size |
Outcome Variables Measured |
Quality (A, B, C) |
Results/Author’s Suggested Conclusion |
Research Design Options: Quantitative, Qualitative, Systematic Review, Mixed Method Study
Outcome variables measured: what is the researcher trying to measure or investigate. The aim or objective of the study.
Quality is very subjective: This is your opinion so you cannot get this wrong. Choose from the following:
A: (High) Further research is very unlikely to change our confidence in the estimate of effect.
B: (Moderate) Further research is likely to have an important impact on our confidence in the estimate of effect and may change the estimate.
C: (Low) Further research is very likely to have an important impact on our confidence in the estimate of effect and is likely to change the estimate.
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Research problem: There may be plenty of standardized tools for mental health screening in
pediatric oncology, but they aren't used consistently and may not be effective. This is a problem
because emotional distress can go undetected, which can impact recovery, compliance during
treatment, and most importantly, quality of life. Advanced practice nurses can play a huge role in
addressing and closing these gaps in their care.
Research question: How can advanced practice nurses help close the gap in consistent mental
health screening by improving the use of standardized tools in pediatric oncology?