Healthy People 2020 is a framework to assist communities in preventing disease and promoting health. Search the scientific literature and find a research study related to one of the focus areas identified by Healthy People 2020.

In a 850-word essay, critically appraise the study by answering each of the following questions:

What is the study question and is it relevant?
Does the study add anything new?
What type of research question is being asked?
Was the study design appropriate for the research question?
Did the study methods address the most important potential sources of bias?
Was the study performed according to the original protocol?
Does the study test a stated hypothesis? If so, what is it?
Does the data justify the conclusions?
Are there any conflicts of interest?
There are methodological points to consider in appraising literature that are specific to cross-sectional, cohort, case-control, clinical trials, and case studies. Based on the design of this study, what are the key methodical points to consider?
You are required to use a minimum of three scholarly resources.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric.

USE RUBRIC

70.0 %Content

10.0 %Topic /Introduction

30.0 %Critical Appraisal.Thoughtfully analyzes and evaluates study from a critical perspective and draws warranted, judicious, nonfallacious conclusions. Addresses all components (a-j). Information and evidence are accurate, appropriate.

30.0 %Content Comprehension.
Content is comprehensive, accurate, and persuasive; definitions are clearly stated. Research is adequate, current, and relevant, and addresses all of the issues stated in the assignment criteria.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness

7.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose
Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

8.0 %Argument Logic and Construction”’Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

10.0 %Format

5.0 %Paper Format (Use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)

5.0 %Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style)