HLT362 Week 5 Assignment 2 Summary and Descriptive Statistics
Summary and Descriptive Statistics
Assessment Description
There is often the requirement to evaluate descriptive statistics for data within the organization or for health care information. Every year the National Cancer Institute collects and publishes data based on patient demographics. Understanding differences between the groups based upon the collected data often informs health care professionals towards research, treatment options, or patient education.
Using the data on the “National Cancer Institute Data” Excel spreadsheet, calculate the descriptive statistics indicated below for each of the Race/Ethnicity groups. Refer to your textbook and the topic Resources, as needed, for assistance in with creating Excel formulas.
Provide the following descriptive statistics:
- Measures of Central Tendency: Mean, Median, and Mode
- Measures of Variation: Variance, Standard Deviation, and Range (a formula is not needed for Range).
- Once the data is calculated, provide a 150-250 word analysis of the descriptive statistics on the spreadsheet. This should include differences and health outcomes between groups.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Article Analysis and Evaluation of Research Ethics Template
Article Citation and Permalink
(APA format) |
Article 1 |
Point | Description |
Broad Topic Area/Title | |
Problem Statement
(What is the problem research is addressing?) |
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Purpose Statement
(What is the purpose of the study?) |
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Research Questions
(What questions does the research seek to answer?) |
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Define Hypothesis
(Or state the correct hypothesis based upon variables used) |
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Identify Dependent and Independent Variables and Type of Data for the Variables | |
Population of Interest for Study | |
Sample | |
Sampling Method | |
Identify Data Collection
Identify how data were collected |
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Summarize Data Collection Approach | |
Discuss Data Analysis
Include what types of statistical tests were used for the variables. |
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Summarize Results of Study | |
Summary of Assumptions and Limitations
Identify the assumptions and limitations from the article. Report other potential assumptions and limitations of your review not listed by the author. |
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Data
American Indian / Alaska Native (includes Hispanic) | Asian / Pacific Islander (includes Hispanic) | Black (includes Hispanic) | Hispanic (any race) | White (includes Hispanic) | |
Year of Diagnosis | Rate per 100,000 | Rate per 100,000 | Rate per 100,000 | Rate per 100,000 | Rate per 100,000 |
2000 | 45.7 | 41.8 | 77.8 | 34.2 | 68.8 |
2001 | 47.9 | 41 | 79 | 34.1 | 68.7 |
2002 | 44.6 | 40.4 | 75.8 | 34.1 | 68 |
2003 | 50 | 40.9 | 77.3 | 34.5 | 67.1 |
2004 | 51.7 | 40.5 | 75.1 | 35 | 65.8 |
2005 | 48.7 | 40.2 | 73.7 | 33.8 | 65.9 |
2006 | 46.4 | 39.8 | 73.4 | 32 | 65.8 |
2007 | 43.1 | 38.8 | 71.2 | 32.7 | 65.2 |
2008 | 45 | 38.5 | 70.8 | 32.2 | 63.9 |
2009 | 40.1 | 39 | 71.6 | 31.8 | 63.1 |
2010 | 42.4 | 37 | 67.8 | 30.3 | 60.4 |
2011 | 39.6 | 36.6 | 64.1 | 29.4 | 58.5 |
2012 | 36.6 | 36.7 | 64.3 | 28.2 | 57.5 |
2013 | 39.9 | 36.6 | 60.5 | 28.8 | 56.3 |
2014 | 32 | 34 | 61.3 | 26.8 | 55.4 |
2015 | 38.7 | 34.4 | 57.4 | 26 | 53.2 |
Ethical Considerations
Evaluate the article and identify potential ethical considerations that may have occurred when sampling, collecting data, analyzing data, or publishing results. Summarize your findings below in 250-500 words. Provide rationale and support for your evaluation.
Rubric Criteria
Measures of Central Tendency
Criteria Description
Measures of Central Tendency (Mean, Median and Mode)
Measures of central tendency are calculated.
Measures of Variation
Criteria Description
Measures of Variation (Variance, Standard Deviation and Range)
Measures of central variation are calculated for variance and standard deviation. Range is identified.
Analysis of Descriptive Statistics
Criteria Description
Analysis of Descriptive Statistics
Analysis of the descriptive statistics for differences and health outcome recommendations between the groups is extremely thorough and accurate and includes substantial explanation and supporting details.
Excel Formulas
Criteria Description
Excel Formulas
Excel formulas are complete and correct for all problems.
Mechanics of Writing
Criteria Description
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)
references must be between 2018-2022
HLT362 Week 5 Assignment 2 Summary and Descriptive Statistics Resources
Chapter 2. Health Databases and Health Database Organizations: Uses, Benefits, and Concerns
Read “Chapter 2. Health Databases and Health Database Organizations: Uses, Benefits, and Concerns,” by Donaldson and Lohr, from t
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK236556/
Article Analysis and Evaluation of Research Ethics
Use the “Article Analysis and Evaluation of Research Ethics” template to complete the Article Analysis and Evaluation of Research
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HLT-362V-RS5-ArticleAnalysisEthicalEval-Template.docx
Ethics in Medical Research and Publication
Read “Ethics in Medical Research and Publication,” by Masic, Hodzic, and Mulic, from International Journal of Preventative Me
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4192767/
Challenges in Conducting Qualitative Research in Health: A Conceptual Paper
Read “Challenges in Conducting Qualitative Research in Health: A Conceptual Paper,” by Khankeh, Ranjbar, Khorasani-Zavareh, Zargh
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4700679/
Ethical Challenges of Researchers in Qualitative Studies: The Necessity to Develop a Specific Guideline
Read “Ethical Challenges of Researchers in Qualitative Studies: The Necessity to Develop a Specific Guideline,” by Sanjari, Bahra
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4263394/
The Visual Learner: Statistics
Refer to the “Visual Learner: Statistics” to learn more about the statistical calculations presented in this topic.
http://lc.gcumedia.com/hlt362v/the-visual-learner/the-visual-learner-v2.1.html
Secondary Data Analysis: Ethical Issues and Challenges
Read “Secondary Data Analysis: Ethical Issues and Challenges,” by Tripathy, from Iranian Journal of Public Health (2013)
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4441947/
Using Epidemiological Data to Guide Clinical Practice: Review of Studies on Cardiovascular Disease and Use of Combined Oral Contraceptives
Read “Using Epidemiological Data to Guide Clinical Practice: Review of Studies on Cardiovascular Disease and Use of Combined Oral Con
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC28503/
Applied Statistics for Health Care
Read Chapter 5 in Applied Statistics for Health Care.
What Are the Major Ethical Issues in Conducting Research? Is There a Conflict Between the Research Ethics and the Nature of Nursing?
Read “What Are the Major Ethical Issues in Conducting Research? Is There a Conflict Between the Research Ethics and the Nature of Nur
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Excel for Windows Training
Review the “Excel for Windows Training” modules, located on the Microsoft Office website, and use them as resources for the Summa
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National Cancer Institute Data
Use the “National Cancer Institute Data” Excel spreadsheet to complete the Summary and Descriptive Statistics assignment.
HLT-362V-RS5-NationalCancerInstitutedata.xlsx