1. Literature Search Methods
   1. Identify keywords, and combinations of keywords used in the initial search.
   2. Which databases were searched?
   3. State the inclusion and exclusion criteria for the sample of research reports. In other words, how did you make decisions to narrow the search andfocus the literature review? How was the final sample of research reports determined?
2. Data Analysis and Critical Appraisal
   1. Analyze the quality of each study. In other words, is the problem well formulated and the purpose of the study clear? Is the study approach welldesigned and executed? Does the study demonstrate understanding of related studies? Do the findings advance knowledge?
   2. Note each studyàstrengths and limitations.
   3. Identify gaps in the literature and reflect on why these may exist.
   4. Identify similarities and inconsistencies across the studies.
3. Synthesis and Interpretation Results
   1. Identify major trends or patterns in the research reviewed.
   2. Can you make generalizations across the studies? Why or why not?
   3. What conclusions can you draw? Be sure to use a logical chain of evidence to support them.
   4. Make practice recommendations based on the research reviewed.

VI. Conclusions
A. Identify the limitations of your literature review.

1. Discuss the relevance of the results of your literature review to clinical practice.
2. Discuss the implications of your recommended practice change on future nursing practice.
3. Evaluate how your recommended practice change can influence future research.