Journal Club – Article Critiquing & CPD

Journal
1. ls the article from a well-known and
reputable journal?
2. Does this journal peer review its
articles?
Introduction/ Abstract
1. Who was the author? Does s/he have
appropriate research / clinical expertise?
2. Are the aims clearly stated?
3. ls the scope and significance of the
problem clearly documented?
4. ls the literature review
a) relevant
b) comprehensive
c) up-to-date?
Methodology
1. Is the method appropriate for the
question? ls the study qualitative or
quantitative research?
2. Was the sample size appropriate? (eg
target population, method of selection, non-
participationand attrition rates)
3. ls the method of data selection clearly
described?
4. a) Are statistical methods described?
b) Are they relevant?
Discussion / Conclusion
1. What do the main findings mean?
2. Strengths/limitations of the study?
3. How are the null findings, interpreted?
4. Are the important effects overlooked?
5. Does the research answer its original
question?
References
Are they:
a) relevant
b) comprehensive
c) up-to-date
d) from reputable journals?
Summary
1.What do the implications of the study
have to my practise?
2. Can the findings be applied to my local
population / individual patients / healthcare
setting?
Other questions to consider regarding
this article
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Date

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Articles /Guidelines/Case-studies/practical sessions presented or

discussed

Reflective practise
Developed or changed any of your current patient treatments

Prompted the need to look into other areas of your treatment or practice

Improved your knowledge base for teaching (students, assistants and peers)