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CAPSTONE: PART II 

An effective literature review has several components, including: 

Introduction: Should introduce the topic, establish the significance of the study, and provide an overview of the relevant literature. 

Body: Should include the foundation of theory or theoretical framework, empirical or evidence-based research, and the research gap. 

Conclusion: Should summarize the important aspects of the existing body of literature, evaluate the current state of the literature reviewed, and identify significant flaws or gaps in existing knowledge. 

Critical assessment: Should include a critical assessment of the value of the sources. 

Synthesis: Should include an organized and coherent synthesis of the data. 

Gaps: Should identify areas of controversy and contested claims, and highlight any gaps that may exist in research to date. 

Other characteristics of an effective literature review include:

Outlining important research trends

Assessing strengths and weaknesses of individual studies and the existing research as a whole

Establishing a need for current and/or future research projects 

This week you will all submit the review of your literature for your CAPSTONE project in support of your PICOT question.

1. Review of Literature

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Review and discuss literature: Synthesize at least 10 primary research studies and/or systematic reviews; do not include summary articles. This section is all about the scientific evidence rather than someone else’s opinion of the evidence. Do not use secondary sources; you need to get the article, read it, and make your own decision about quality and applicability to your question even if you did find out about the study in a review of the literature. This is a synthesis rather than a study-by-study review. Address the similarities, differences, and controversies in the body of evidence.

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Analyze and apply knowledge directly to your PICOT- The studies that you cite in this section must relate directly to your PICOT question.

3. Provide a
precise body of evidence for your Practice Change

4.
Discuss objectives for your practice change

5. Discuss where the
problem exists, why it exists, what is the preposition for change

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Apply all that is relevant to the problem. For example Pros vs Cons, the current state of the problem

NOTE:
 It should not reflect your opinion, but rather Evidence-based Based Practice should be applied

-After completing a literature search on interventions addressing your chosen health problem, write a review that evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of all the sources you have found.

Please review the assignment rubric prior to submission:

Submits a systematic synthesis and analysis of the minimum 10 references required for the Capstone project. Page requirement is met: minimally 5 pages [references and cover page do not count[].

Information is exceptionally well-organized and presented with exceptional clarity.

Argument and critical analysis are met with supporting evidence from 5 references minimally.

Strictly adheres to APA format guidelines, including in-text citations and reference lists. Leveled headings are implemented throughout the paper.

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