Use your previously selected nursing research topic. [Decreasing Anxiolytic PRN Medications Utilization by Increasing Patient Participation in Structured Group Therapy Sessions] Refine a clear, focused research question.

1. Use your previously selected nursing research topic. [Decreasing Anxiolytic PRN Medications Utilization by Increasing Patient Participation in Structured Group Therapy Sessions]
2. Refine a clear, focused research question.
3. Locate 4 quantitative, primary research articles (published within the past 10 years) that address your question.
4. Critically appraise and synthesize your findings from all the articles you selected in your Table of Evidence (TOE).
5. Prepare a professional, APA-formatted research synthesis that could serve as a foundation for an evidence-based practice improvement.

 Guidelines

• APA 7th edition format is required
• Use 3rd person, academic writing

 Title Page

• Project Title
  • Name
  • Course & Section
  • Instructor Name
  • Date

Abstract

Provide 150–250 words summarizing the purpose, methods, key findings, and implications.

Introduction

• Background and significance
  • Research question clearly stated

Method of Literature Search

• Databases searched
  • Keywords and search strategy
  • Inclusion/exclusion criteria

Summary of Selected Articles

For each “keeper” article, discuss:
• Purpose & research question
• Study design
• Sample/setting
• Key findings

Synthesis and Analysis

• Thematic comparison across studies
  • Strengths & limitations
  • Quality and consistency of evidence

Implications and Applications

• Practical implications for nursing practice
  • Evidence-based recommendations

Conclusion

Summarize major findings and their importance

References

List all citations in APA 7th edition format

Appendices

• Appendix A: PRISMA Flow Diagram
  • Appendix B: Table of Evidence
  • Appendix C: Rapid Critical Appraisal Chart