Evidence Evaluation Checklist

Evaluate the credibility, quality, relevance, and applicability of the evidence you plan to use in your work.

Name: ______________________________Course: ____________________Date: ______________

1Named author with relevant credentials

2Published in a peer-reviewed journal

3Current enough for the topic, usually within 5 years

4Level on the evidence hierarchy identified

5Sample size and population are adequate and relevant

6Methods are described clearly

7Limitations are acknowledged by the authors

8Findings apply to my population and setting

9No obvious conflicts of interest or sales purpose

Notes