Objective: To evaluate DNP students’ ability to interpret and apply biostatistical concepts in the analysis of nursing and healthcare research articles.

Instructions:

1. Select a peer-reviewed nursing or healthcare research article published within the last 5 years, including statistical analysis (e.g., t-test, ANOVA, chi-square, regression).

2. Write a 3–5 page critical appraisal (APA 7th format, double-spaced) that includes the following sections:

A. Article Overview

· Title, authors, journal, year

· Purpose of the study and research question/hypothesis

B. Statistical Analysis

· Identify the type(s) of statistical tests used.

· Explain why the selected tests were appropriate or not for the study design and data type.

· Describe the variables (independent, dependent, confounders if applicable).

C. Interpretation of Results

· Discuss the statistical significance (p-values, confidence intervals).

· Evaluate effect sizes or other relevant measures of clinical importance.

· Interpret the results in your own words.

D. Application to Practice

· Explain how the findings can or cannot be applied to advanced nursing practice.

· Reflect on the importance of statistical literacy for DNP-prepared nurses in translating research into practice.