Literature Review

Find 5 peer reviewed articles about your capstone project. Write a literature review.

Please follow the assignment rubric

• A literature review is not an annotated bibliography in which you summarize briefly each article that you have reviewed.
• While a summary of what you have read is contained within the literature review, it goes well beyond merely summarizing professional literature.
• It focuses on a specific topic of interest and includes your critical analysis of the relationship among different works, and relating this research to your work.
• In this case, your work will be your capstone project.
• It may be written as a stand-alone paper or to provide a theoretical framework and rationale for a research study (such as a thesis or dissertation).
• Your literature review will be written as a standalone paper.

Below is information about the structure of the literature review, finding credible information for research assignments, formulating research questions, search strategies and a literature review template:

For the title page, follow the guidelines below. Information without brackets should remain as

written. The learner should replace the information within the brackets with the requested

information, and all prior information and brackets should be removed.

Literature Review

[Remove brackets & insert Your Full Name Here]

Nightingale College

[Remove brackets & insert Your Course Number, Section & Course Title]

[Remove brackets & insert Your instructors name using Professor or Dr. ________]

[Remove brackets & insert Month, Day, Year this is the date the assignment is due, not the

date it is submitted]

Prior to submitting your paper, make sure to remove all

instructions in brackets on the following pages.

2

Literature Review

[The introduction to the paper must be at least 5 sentences with 1 in-text citation, a

fully stated purpose statement, and PICOT Question. In this section, introduce the topic to

the reader. Indicate why the selected topic is important and why it is important to conduct a

literature review as part of the project. Make sure the PICOT question is written as a quality

improvement question, not a research question and that it contains all components of PICOT.

End this section stating, “The purpose of this paper is … “]

Project Proposal Topic

[The project proposal section must be at least 1 fully formed paragraph (at least 5

sentences in length) with in-text citations. In this section, present an overview of the topic

by discussing the topic in general. Consider providing some background information and

describing the gap (current practice versus best practice) in nursing practice that was

identified. Consider using statistics here to reinforce the point.]

Methods of Searching

[This section must be at least 1 fully formed paragraph (at least 5 sentences in

length).This section should describe how the literature search was conducted. For example: A

literature review was conducted using both electronic and manual resources… Describe how

the search for literature was conducted by explaining what databases or search engines were

used to find the peer-reviewed articles. Describe what keywords were used; what date range was

used to obtain the most current information (remember they must be less than 5 years old); what

things were excluded (example: blogs, websites with biased information, etc).]

3

Review of the Literature

[There must be at least 5 fully formed paragraphs (at least 5 sentences in length)

with 5 in-text citations that correlate with the current, peer-reviewed references used. This

will be the bulk of the review. Organization of the material here is important. In one paragraph

for each of the 5 current, peer-reviewed articles, elaborate on the relation to the project

topic/PICOT question, as well as what best practices were identified. Integrate key details of

each article, demonstrating a clear understanding of the content reviewed. Consider the main

takeaways after reading each article as they relate to the project project/intervention. This

section should outline details of each article and also include the learners insight as they relate

to the project and PICOT. Also include any other pertinent information about the topic that was

discussed in the articles chosen.]

Findings

[This section must be at least 2 fully formed paragraphs (at least 5 sentences in

length) with in-text citations. In this section, provide a summary of the most significant

findings found in the Review of the Literature section. Identify strengths and weaknesses of

the literature (for example, small sample sizes that limit the validity of the findings or

conclusions that you disagree with as an evaluator); and identify any gaps in the literature found.

Begin with The literature has shown…]

Conclusion

[The section should be at least 1 paragraph (at least 5 sentences in length),

summarize at least 3 key points, and contain at least 1 in-text citation. Provide a thorough

summary with at least 3 key points. Although not required, it is suggested learners restate the

PICOT question in this section, so the reader is drawn to refocus on the topic/question.]

4

References

[There must be at least 5 current (within the last 5 years), peer-reviewed references. Use APA-7

formatting specific to reference type, including (but not limited to) alphabetical order and

hanging indent. Specific reference examples have been discussed in the webinars.]

Rubric :

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Intentional Learning and Reflection

15 pts

Exemplary

Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation. Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Compares/contrasts perspectives, considers counter arguments or opposing positions, and draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.

10 pts

Accomplished

Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides adequate direction for the content with some degree of interest for the reader. The thesis states the position, premise, or hypothesis, and is the focal point of the paper for the most part. Demonstrates an understanding and some critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Adequately compares/contrasts perspectives, counter-arguments, or opposing positions but broader connections and/or implications are not as thoroughly explored

5 pts

Developing

Identifies a research topic but may be too broad in scope and/or the thesis is somewhat unclear and needs to be developed further. Focal point is not consistently maintained throughout the paper. Demonstrates general understanding with limited critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Summarizes perspectives, counter-arguments, or opposing positions.

0 pts

Unsatisfactory Beginning

Fails to identify a relevant research topic or is not clearly defined and/or the paper lacks focus throughout. Demonstrates a lack of understanding and inadequate analysis of the research topic and thesis. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning

15 pts

Exemplary

Provides five current, peer-reviewed sources that present accurate, distinguishing evidence and effectively integrate the main concept into the assignment. Sources are relevant, accurate, current (less than 5 years old) and reliable, reflecting and validating the strength of the content.

10 pts

Accomplished

Provides evidence to support the main concept. There are at least 5 sources, however, there are not at least 5 sources that are peer-reviewed and current (less than 5 years).

5 pts

Developing

Provides evidence to support the main concept with less than 5 adequate and permissible (current/less than 5 years old and peer-reviewed) sources.

0 pts

Unsatisfactory Beginning

There are no sources or the sources in the submission are not aligned with the reference list.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Organization & Presentation

15 pts

Exemplary

Content is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flows smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, and spacing are optimal for audience viewing

10 pts

Accomplished

Content is adequately organized. Ideas are arranged reasonably with a progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes required components of an introduction, body, and conclusion. For a slide presentation, one or more components of the design, font size, style, and spacing may be less than ideal for audience viewing.

5 pts

Developing

Content is somewhat organized. For a paper, occasionally ideas from paragraph to paragraph may not flow well and/or connect to the central position or be clear as a whole. May be missing a required component and/or components may be less than complete. For a slide presentation, multiple aspects of the design require further development for optimal audience viewing.

0 pts

Unsatisfactory Beginning

Content lacks logical organization and impedes readers comprehension of ideas. For a paper, central position is rarely evident from paragraph to paragraph and/or the paper is missing multiple required components. For a slide presentation, the design lacks clarity for optimal viewing by an audience.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Writing and APA Formatting

15 pts

Exemplary

Content is well written and uses standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Basically, free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors. APA guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references that are written correctly.

10 pts

Accomplished

Content shows above average writing style and clarity in writing using standard English. Minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and/or formatting. APA guidelines for formatting are present. In-text citations are present but may not be complete or correctly formatted. References are written using correct APA format

5 pts

Developing

Content shows an average and/or casual writing style using standard English. Some errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and word usage. Use of APA guidelines are generally present, however are incorrectly formatted.

0 pts

Unsatisfactory Beginning

Content shows a below average/poor writing style lacking in elements of appropriate standard English. Frequent errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and word usage. Lacks elements required in writing a formal APA paper: title page, references, in-text citations, headers.

15 pts

Total Points: 60