Nursing in ALS

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This paper reviews and evaluates a published medical article on ASL. The evaluation reviews the authors use of research design, statistical analysis techniques used, measurement reliability and validity, as well as format. The paper draws conclusions in terms of research replication and usefulness to the nursing profession.

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"Research Article Critique: Chio, A, Gauthier, A. Ghikione, P. and Mutani, R. (2005). Caregiver burden and patients' perception of being burdened in ALS. Neurology, 64:1780-1782 Fairly commenting on an investigator's research endeavor is a task that must be taken seriously. Although it is quite easy to have an opinion of another's research, it is something quite different to be able to evaluate the research activity in terms of topic specificity and soundness, intent or purpose, data analysis, and informational importance. When embarking upon a critical analysis of another's work the reviewer must, at all times, adhere to the basic principle of prudent evaluation; namely, evaluating the structure of the research upon which scientific conclusion are drawn."

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