Population-Based Research Article

Population-Based Research Article Purpose The purpose of the graded collaborative discussions is to engage faculty and students in an interactive dialogue to assist the student in identifying and critiquing population-based epidemiologic studies. Meaningful dialogue among faculty and students fosters the development of a learning community as ideas, perspectives, and knowledge are shared. This discussion will support the professional formation of the nurse practitioner role. Course Outcomes This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes: * Evaluate population health-based data to advance healthcare outcomes and equity at the local, national, and global levels. General Instructions Locate a scholarly article describing population-based research using a case-control or cohort study design. Provide a detailed critique of the selected article, addressing the questions below. Include the following sections: 1. Application of Course Knowledge: Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail. * What is the study design (case-control or cohort study)? Briefly describe the key features of the chosen study design. Discuss any strengths or limitations associated with the chosen study design. * Describe the sampling method employed in the study. Was it representative of the target population? Discuss any potential sources of selection bias. * Assess the quality of data collection methods. Were the measures used valid and reliable? Discuss any challenges or limitations associated with data collection in the study. * Summarize the main findings of the study. * Describe how you may apply these findings to your practice as an advanced practice nurse. * Cite a scholarly source within 5 years in the post.