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Stephens JD, Yager AM, & Allen J. (2017). Smartphone technology and text messaging for weight loss in young adults: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, 32(1), 39–46. https://doi.org/10.1097/JCN.0000000000000307
- Does the problem have significance for nursing?
- What was the research problem? Was the problem statement easy to locate and was it clearly stated? Did the problem statement build a cogent and persuasive argument for the new study?
- Was there a good fit between the research problem and the paradigm (and tradition) within which the research was conducted?
- Did the report formally present a statement of purpose, research question, and/or hypotheses? Was this information communicated clearly and concisely, and was it placed in a logical and useful location?
- Were purpose statements or research questions worded appropriately (e.g., Were key concepts/variables identified and the population specified?)
- If there were no formal hypotheses, was their absence justified? Were statistical tests used in analyzing the data despite the absence of stated hypotheses?
- Were hypotheses (if any) properly worded—did they state a predicted relationship between two or more variables? Were they presented as research or as null hypotheses?
- Was the study approved and monitored by an Institutional Review Board, Research Ethics Board, or other similar ethics review committee?
- Were study participants subjected to any physical harm, discomfort, or psychological distress? Did the researchers take appropriate steps to remove or prevent harm?
- Did the benefits to participants outweigh any potential risks or actual discomfort they experienced? Did the benefits to society outweigh the costs to participants?
- Was any type of coercion or undue influence used to recruit participants? Did they have the right to refuse to participate or to withdraw without penalty?
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