Title: “Understanding the Differences between Traditional Literature Reviews, Systematic Reviews, and Meta-Analyses in Evidence-Based Practice”

Week 2 – Discussion 2
Reviewing the Literature & EBP
In our assigned textbook readings and video presentations this week, we learn about systematic literature reviews and meta-analysis and how both differ from the traditional literature review.
How would you describe the difference between the traditional literature review and a systematic review?
How does a systematic review differ from a meta-analysis?
How can systematic reviews and meta-analyses be used singularly or in combination in order to create an unbiased synthesis of the literature regarding a particular topic or research question?

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