Meta-analysis Article Critique
Meta-analysis Article Critique
Review of a Meta-Analysis
This is to be a formal paper using APA format including a title page, running heads, appropriate introduction and conclusion to the paper and a reference page. You do NOT need an abstract. Suggested length = 7-10 pages total
What were specific populations used in the review?
Were the search methods used to locate relevant studies adequate? What was used?
What were inclusion/exclusion criteria? Did their reasons for exclusion seem adequate?
What interventions were included and were they adequately described?
Did they explain differences in results from study to study? (Heterogeneity)?
Were all important outcomes considered? What other outcomes might they have evaluated?
How was study quality validated? Scales used?
How was study quality validated? Scales used?
If Funnel plot included, discuss results
How were decisions on relevance made?
How many studies?
How were results reported? Discuss the Forest plot and summary statistic
Any mention of cost issues for the different interventions? How MIGHT cost be a factor in a clinician?s final decision on implementing this evidence into practice?
What are implications for practice and future research?
Introduction
Conclusion
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