Analysis of a Quantitative Study
Summary
The purpose is to assess the psychological effects on lung recipient patients in correlation to their relationships with the donor.  They also want to know if the relationship between donor and patient can be an indicator of psychological distress, compliance to proper care, and organ integration.
Problem/ Purpose
The problem is that little is known about the severity of the psychological effects that lung transplant recipients experience after receiving the lung.  The problem is clearly and concisely stated.  This is significant to the field of nursing because nurses are the ones who are major responsible for the emotional support of the patient.  They also have more rapport with the patient and will most likely be the first to notice a change in their patient. This problem can be researched through data gathered by observing a patient who is outwardly displaying signs psychological distress, through discussion with a patient, or through the use of a questionnaire asking about the transplant process and psychological effects associated with this.
Conceptual Framework
The framework is clearly described in the information in the literature review. There is more research being done on this topic yet there is still little known.  Tentative theory is the framework that was used in the study. This type of framework fits the problem that was addressed.
Review of the Literature
The review of literature is appropriate, thorough, and organized.  Current research, as well as, past research that dates back to the 1970’s was used in the review.  Some gaps in knowledge include, 
Research Questions/ Hypothesis
There were three questions that were clearly stated by the researchers.  The questions the researchers wanted to address were researchable.  The questions relate logically to the problem, discussion, literature review, and framework. Place Qs here? “Our first hypothesis was that most patients perceived the transplanted organ as a part of themselves, and that a very close relationship to the donor, including an adoption of personal traits, is only a minor problem after lung transplantation.” “The second hypothesis was based on the assumption that both organ integration and the relationship to the donor represent basic mental processes having an impact on symptoms such as chronic stress, distress, and health behavior.”  “The third hypothesis was that both organ integration and donor relationship are predominantly based on mental processes, and that they will have no significant correlations with the patient’s physical health.” 
Variables
Dependent variables in the study were chronic stress, distress, and behavioral/emotional effects of transplantation/ immunosuppression 
Design
A cross-sectional questionnaire was the design used for this study.  This type of design is appropriate for the problem.  
Sample
The study included seventy-six participants, which is appropriate number for the study.  The protection of the participants was addressed.  The patients names were disclosed and signed an informed consent form.
Data Collection Methods
The collection method was appropriate.  The researchers used questionnaires for data collection, which were adequately described.  The validity and reliability were addressed.  The participants were trusted to give reliable information.
Data Analysis
The analysis procedures were appropriate for the study.  The researchers used a computer program to analyze the data.  The data analysis procedure answers the researchers’ questions.  The results are clearly presented in text, tables, and figures.
Result/ Conclusion of Findings
The findings to the research were inconclusive.  The researchers state there is a need for future studies and included ways to improve the studies.
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Overall Evaluation