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Clinical Requirement:

Use your previously selected nursing research topic. [Decreasing Anxiolytic PRN Medications Utilization by Increasing Patient Participation in Structured Group Therapy Sessions] Refine a clear, focused research question. Locate 4 quantitative, primary research articles (published within the past 10 years) that address your question. Critically appraise and synthesize your findings from all the articles you selected in your Table of Evidence (TOE). Prepare a professional, APA-formatted research synthesis that could serve as a foundation for an evidence-based practice improvement.  Guidelines APA 7th edition format is required Use 3rd person, academic writing  Title Page Project Title • Name • Course & Section • Instructor Name • Date Abstract Provide 150–250 words summarizing the purpose, methods, key findings, and implications. Introduction Background and significance • Research question clearly stated Method of Literature Search Databases searched • Keywords and search strategy • Inclusion/exclusion criteria Summary of Selected Articles For each “keeper” article, discuss: • Purpose & research question • Study design • Sample/setting • Key findings Synthesis and Analysis Thematic comparison across studies • Strengths & limitations • Quality and consistency of evidence Implications and Applications Practical implications for nursing practice • Evidence-based recommendations Conclusion Summarize major findings and their importance References List all citations in APA 7th edition format Appendices Appendix A: PRISMA Flow Diagram • Appendix B: Table of Evidence • Appendix C: Rapid Critical Appraisal Chart