Module 4 | Analysis of Flawed Research Study

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Instructions

Write a 2- to 3-page paper analyzing a journal or media article about a scandal or fraud involving a compromised research study in healthcare. It is recommended that you utilize the LIRN Library when conducting research for this paper. You can access the LIRN Library in your Canvas navigation bar.

Summarize the errors made and their consequences using the following questions.

  • To what extent did the researcher follow the norms and expectations of the sponsoring institution? In other words, was the sponsor complicit in the fraud, or did the researcher act alone in violation of corporate policy?
  • What was the researcher’s motive in compromising the integrity of the study?
  • Exactly what ethical research principles were violated? How?
  • Exactly which provisions or interpretative statements of the Code of Ethics for Nurses were violated? How?
  • What consequences did the fraud carry for the subjects? The researcher? The sponsor? The researcher’s profession?
  • How could the researcher have avoided the fraud and maintained the integrity of the study?
  • What oversight mechanisms brought this violation to light?
  • What implications does this case have for nursing research studies?

Due

  • Date: See due date listed at the top of the assignment page.
  • Time: By 11:59 p.m. of the assignment due date.

Submission and Assessment Guidelines

  • The paper should follow APA (7th ed.) format and be no more than 2–3 double-spaced pages in length. This does not include the title or reference pages.
  • Be sure to cite your sources.
  • Submit your written assignment as a Microsoft Word document.
  • Review the Writing Assignment Rubric for grading criteria.
  • This paper is worth 100 points.

Rubric

NUR 213 – Writing Assignment Rubric (2)

NUR 213 – Writing Assignment Rubric (2)

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose

29 ptsOutstandingPurpose is clear.

23.2 ptsGoodShows awareness of purpose.

17.4 ptsProficientShows some awareness of purpose.

11.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementShows limited awareness of purpose.

0 ptsUnacceptableNo awareness.

29 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent

29 ptsOutstandingExceptionally well-presented and argued; ideas are detailed, well-developed, and supported with specific evidence and facts, as well as examples and specific details.

23.2 ptsGoodWell-presented and argued; ideas are detailed, developed, and supported, with evidence and details, mostly specific.

17.4 ptsProficientContent is sound and solid; ideas are present but not particularly developed or supported; some evidence but usually of a generalized nature.

11.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent is slightly reasonable. Idea presence is limited and/or not supported.

0 ptsUnacceptableContent is not sound.

29 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

29 ptsOutstandingWell-planned and well-thought out. Includes title, introduction, statement of main idea, transitions, and conclusion. All paragraphs have clear ideas, are supported with examples, and have smooth transitions.

23.2 ptsGoodGood overall organization, includes the main organizational tools. Most paragraphs have clear ideas, are supported with some examples, and have transitions.

17.4 ptsProficientThere is a sense of organization, although some of the organizational tools used are weakly. Some paragraphs have clear ideas. Support from examples may be missing and transitions are weak.

11.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementOrganizational tools appear to be missing, or are very weak. Paragraphs have clear ideas but no supporting content or examples.

0 ptsUnacceptableNo sense of organization and lacks clear ideas.

29 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics

9 ptsOutstandingSentence structure and grammar are excellent. Punctuation and spelling are correct. No mistakes in citation style. Conforms in every way to format requirements.

7.2 ptsGoodSentence structure and grammar are strong despite occasional lapses. Punctuation and spelling are mostly correct. Some mistakes in citation style. Generally conforms to format requirements.

4.5 ptsProficientSignificant problems in sentence structure and grammar. Some errors in punctuation, spelling, and citation style. Conforms to some format requirements.

1.8 ptsNeeds ImprovementMajor problems in sentence structure and grammar. Frequent errors in punctuation, spelling, and citation style. Lack of citations. Does not conform to format requirements.

0 ptsUnacceptableMajor problems in sentence structure and grammar. Numerous errors in punctuation and spelling. Lack of citations when they should have been included. Appears to have limited formatting.

9 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCourse Learning Outcome 2

Protect the dignity of patients and their families.

threshold: 3.0 pts

4 ptsExceeds Mastery

3 ptsMastery

2 ptsNear Mastery

1 ptsBelow Mastery

0 ptsNo Evidence

4 pts

Total Points: 100

 
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