PC718 RCT Pre-Quiz 1 Appraisal Worksheet
Lutenbacher, M., Elkins, T., Dietrich, M. S., & Riggs, A. (2018). The efficacy of using peer mentors to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Hispanic families: Findings from a randomized clinical trial. Maternal and Child Health Journal, 22(Suppl 1), 92–104. doi/10.1007/s10995-018-2532-z
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Prepare for Quiz 1 by reading and critically appraising the above-referenced article, using the questions below.
1. What was the purpose of this study?
2. Write a PICO question that matches the P,I,C,O in this study.
3. What were the independent and dependent variables?
4. Was the sample representative of the community?
5. Describe the randomization procedures used in the study.
6. Did this study employ the use of a true control group?
7. Assess the baseline characteristics and determine if there were any significant differences between the study groups.
8. Describe who was blinded and how blinding was achieved in this study.
9. Peer mentors were trained extensively and spoke Spanish. How do these strategies reduce bias?
10. Did the authors report on reliability and validity of the data collection tools?
11. Were the data analyzed using intention to treat or per protocol?
12. Looking at the results, list which outcomes were statistically significant and insignificant.
13. Was the power analysis met at the end of the study to help insure validity of the statistical findings?
14. What plausible explanation was given for the low attrition rate found in the study?
15. What were the strengths and limitations of the study?
16. What were the main takeaways that could inform clinical practice?
