Review the data provided for appraisal of quantitative research where you will compare and contrast studies to draw conclusions. After reviewing the data presented in the table, answer the following questions:
What two patterns in the study can you identify? (Consider the sample and its size, study methods and whether it was appropriate to test the data, similarities/differences in the findings, and statistical significance or p value). Use supportive evidence from the assigned reading in the course textbook to explain your response.
What are the two strengths or limitations of the data? Use supportive evidence from the assigned reading in the course textbook to explain your response.
Discuss one practice recommendation that you could make based on your analysis of the studies? Referring to the evidence presented, explain why you are recommending this practice change.