Instrument Critique Paper

The purpose of this assignment is to explore the process of critically analyzing an instrument, which might be used by Advanced Practice Nurses. In addition, the student will identify the appropriate steps to obtain permission to use an instrument, identify if there is training required to use it, and if there is a cost.

The student should start with the name of the instrument and a brief
Description. Then answer the following questions:
a. What is the reported reliability and validity of the instrument?
b. How is the instrument administered?
c. What level of measurement is the score?
d. How is the score interpreted?
e. What kind of training is required to administer, score, and interpret the results
f. Who should be contacted for permission to use the instrument?
g. What is the cost associated with using the instrument?
This assignment can be written in Q&A format and should be no more than 2 pages using APA format. Page limit excludes the Title Page and Reference page.