Describes multiple information sources (e.g., databases, contact with study authors to identify additional studies, or any other additional search strategies) included in the search strategy, and date ranges.

Utilization of a risk predictor tool to reduce 30 day readmission rates in heart failure
I’m looking at using thenLACE index to reduce 30 day readmission and also develop an educational module for nurses specifically case manager, social workers, and nurse practitioners
the LACE index tool
Lit review – 8 pages and Background section – 6 pages
I have the articles and can give them to you in addition to anything else you find. Also, I need a background that will entail the research question

LITERATURE REVIEW
COMMENTS
Search Method Process
8 – 12 pages

Explicitly described the search method, inclusion and exclusion criteria and rationale for search strategy limits

States the process for title, abstract, and article screening for selecting studies. Describes the method of data abstraction in a narrative format.
Provides number of studies screened, assessed for eligibility, and included in the review, with reasons for exclusion at each stage, ideally with a flow diagram
6 – 3
1
Information Sources
Describes multiple information sources (e.g., databases, contact with study authors to identify additional studies, or any other additional search strategies) included in the search strategy, and date ranges.
4 – 2
1
Rating Tools

Identifies the quality assessment rating tool used, appropriate for the level of evidence (AGREE, CONSORT, etc)
0 – 3
1
Keywords
List the keywords and phrases used for each database search
4 – 2
1
Definitions
Includes conceptual and operational definitions for all variables for which data were extracted (e.g., define blood pressure as systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, ambulatory blood pressure, noninvasive blood pressure or arterial blood pressure)
6 – 3
1
Study Characteristics
For each study, describe characteristics for data extraction (e.g., sample characteristics, design, intervention, findings and conclusions, level and quality, rating, strengths and weaknesses) and provides citations. Ideally, this is presented in table format
6 – 4
1
Summary of Evidence
For each study – Discuss the main findings including the strength of evidence for each main outcome; considering their relevance to key groups (i.e, healthcare providers, users, and policy makers)
6 – 4
2
Limitations and/or risk of bias in individual studies and across all studies
Includes identified limitations and/or risk of bias in individual studies and across all studies
4 – 2

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