O'Neill, K. E., Senapati, S., & Dokras, A. (2015). Use of gonadotropin-releasing hormone
agonist trigger during in vitro fertilization is associated with similar endocrine profiles and oocyte measures in women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome. Fertility and sterility, 103(1), 264-269.
Comprehension
The comprehension phase of the quantitative critique process is characterized by the identification of the main terms and concepts of a quantitative study (Grove, Burns & Gray, 2014). The steps of the research process are also identified at this phase, including the purpose, design, methodology, analysis, and results. The comprehension phase of quantitative critique process was achieved by reading through the abstract and the whole study and assessing the works cited. The introduction section of the study by O'Neill, Senepati and Dokras (2015) identified the problem under investigation, the purpose of the study, and the hypothesis. The research questions were however missing. Methods section identified the design, the sample, and the data collection methods. The results section of the study clearly exhibit data analysis methods as well as the findings, while the discussion section clearly identified the conclusion and the implications. However, the limitations and generalization of the results were not identified in this section.
Comparison
This phase of quantitative research critique process requires the comparison between how each section is done in a research study versus how each section should actually be done (Grove, Burns & Gray, 2014). The comparison phase evaluates each section to determine the extent to which the researchers adhered to the rules of a study (LoBiondo-Wood & Haber, 2014). The research study by O'Neill, Senepati and Dokras (2015) was rigorously developed and implemented. An evident strength from this study is that the researchers used a sufficient sample. The use of a sufficient sample enhances validity and generalizability of the study findings. The researchers identified the main weakness of the study as the exclusion of obese women. The exclusion is considered a weakness because the BMI of women determines maturity and response to the GnRHa trigger. The researchers do not provide a concise definition of the variables, which makes it difficult for a reader to understand the study without referring to other sources.
Analysis
The analysis of a quantitative research study is achieved by critically analyzing the logical connection the different sections of the study (Grove, Burns & Gray, 2014). A research study should flow effortlessly through the different sections. For example, the variables should be consistent throughout the study. The methodology used should be consistent with the design adopted for the study, whereas the data collection instruments selected should reflect the data collection methods to be used. This study synthesized its findings in the conclusion, hence facilitating identification of research gaps that form a basis for future research. The introduction, objective of the study, study sample, results and the discussion were accurately developed and a strong link between each section exhibited throughout the study. A concisely and developed study that boasts strong links between all its sections indicates quality.
Evaluation
This step of quantitative study critique process involves the reexamination of the all the sections of the research study, which facilitates understanding of the meaning and significance of the study. The evaluation phase is generally a summary of the study findings, its strengths and weaknesses, and the quality based on the results from the other phases (LoBiondo-Wood & Haber, 2014). The study revealed that women with PCOS have the same hormonal profiles after GnRHa-trigger, oocyte numbers, and maturity as women without PCOS. The researchers observed the rigor of research studies, for example preventing bias, and this enhanced the validity of the study findings. This research study is valuable to in vitro fertilization. There is need for further research on the impact of the intervention on obese women according to this study. This is because obesity bears potential impacts on ovarian stimulation.
References
Grove, S. K., Burns, N., & Gray, J. (2014). Understanding nursing research: Building an
evidence-based practice. Amsterdam: Elsevier Health Sciences.
LoBiondo-Wood, G., & Haber, J. (2014). Nursing research: Methods and critical appraisal
for evidence-based practice. Amsterdam: Elsevier Health Sciences.
O'Neill, K. E., Senapati, S., & Dokras, A. (2015). Use of gonadotropin-releasing hormone
agonist trigger during in vitro fertilization is associated with similar endocrine profiles and oocyte measures in women with and without polycystic ovary syndrome. Fertility and Sterility, 103(1), 264-269.
