As a DNP-prepared nurse, it is imperative to explore the connection between research and quality improvement. How might a practice-focused question result in positive changes to the field of practice?

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritiqued the results of the quantitative methods used in the selected DNP project.

68 to >58.0 ptsExcellentThe response comprehensively and clearly describes the patient care delivery gap or problem. The response comprehensively and clearly includes metrics and data for support.

58 to >48.0 ptsGoodThe response clearly describes the patient care delivery gap or problem. The response clearly includes metrics and data for support.

48 to >38.0 ptsFairThe response inaccurately or vaguely describes the patient care delivery gap or problem. The response inaccurately or vaguely includes metrics and data for support.

38 to >0 ptsPoorThe response vaguely or inaccurately describes the patient care delivery gap or problem, or it is missing. The response includes inaccurate and vague metrics and data, or it is missing.

68 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummarized results of the qualitative methods used in a selected DNP project.

68 to >58.0 ptsExcellentThe response comprehensively and clearly describes the gap or problem by addressing the type of indicators. The response includes relevant, specific, and appropriate examples that fully support the identification.

58 to >48.0 ptsGoodThe response clearly describes the gap or problem by addressing the type of indicators. The response includes relevant, specific, and accurate examples that support the identification.

48 to >38.0 ptsFairThe response inaccurately or vaguely describes the gap or problem by addressing the type of indicators. The response includes inaccurate and irrelevant examples that may support the identification.

38 to >0 ptsPoorThe response inaccurately and vaguely describes the gap or problem by addressing the type of indicators, or it is missing. The response includes inaccurate and vague examples that do not support the identification, or it is missing.

68 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentified the connection between the results of the findings and the practice-focused questions in the DNP project.

34 to >29.0 ptsExcellentThe response comprehensively and clearly identifies the connection between the results of the findings and the practice-focused question/s in the scholarly project.

29 to >27.0 ptsGoodThe response includes examples that support the connection between the results of the findings and the practice-focused question/s in the scholarly project.

27 to >26.0 ptsFairThe response inaccurately or vaguely identifies the connection between the results of the findings and the practice-focused question/s in the scholarly project.

26 to >0 ptsPoorThe response does not describe the connection between the results of the findings and the practice-focused question/s in the scholarly project.

34 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria.

10 to >8.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria.

8 to >7.0 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.

7 to >6.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic.

6 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided.

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

10 to >8.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.

8 to >7.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

7 to >6.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.

6 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

10 to >8.0 ptsExcellentUses correct APA format with no errors.

8 to >7.0 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) APA format errors.

7 to >6.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) APA format errors.

6 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) APA format errors.

10 pts