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Reference: Sekerci, Y. G., & Bicer, E.K., (2019). The effect of walking exercise on quality of life and sleep in elderly individuals: Randomised controlled study. Turkish Journal of Geriatrics, 22(4), 443-453. DOI: 10.31086/tjgeri.2020.123

General credibility of the research process and conclusions Credible study. Walking program had a positive effect on the quality of life of nursing home residents. Can improve sleep quality in elderly individuals. Nurses can use exercise walking as an intervention to improve the sleep and quality of life of an elderly individual.
Introduction Randomised Control Trial Walking/Elderly Increase in elderly population/lifespan Walking is important Turkey-fastest growth in aging stats Exercise and sleep interrelation Aim: Clearly stated. The aim of the study was to identify the impacts of walking program, on quality of life of elderly. Effect of walking on sleep and quality of life of elderly
Background/ Literature Review The literature showed interventions such as yoga, Pilates, tai chi, music, laughing therapy, walking activity have been shown appropriate interventions to improve the sleep and quality of life in elderly individuals. It is the first study in Turkey where healthy elderly individuals are included in the walking program
Research Design, methodology and method Randomised Controlled Trial Sample selection 71 elderly individuals living in nursing home of Turkey Good sample size based on power analysis: 3.1 G Power used. Among 71, 64 elderly met the research criteria and participated in the survey. Randomised was performed according to gender, age and physical activity scores. 

 
Ethical considerations Before the study began, all participants were informed of objectives and procedures of the study. Written informed consent was obtained from all participants. The study was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. Participation in this study was voluntary No mention of what happens to the data once collected and test and retest reliability was reported.
Discussion Summary of the findings included. Clear description of key research findings. Clear interpretation of the findings with research aim and hypothesis. Generalisability Walking 30 minutes five days a week rise the quality of life of elderly patient and improves physical and cognitive function as well as reduce anxiety. Another study claimed that moderate walking done for at least 150 minutes per week enhanced the quality of life of elderly. Demonstrated that group engaged in high intensity walking had a better quality of life than one that engaged in moderate walking. Conclusion: Frequency and intensity of exercise required to improve the quality of life.
Limitations Limitations are stated but not all The table that has been presented is hard to follow and is not correct. Control group did not receive any placebo, so a placebo effect could not be tested. Reduced motivation of the control group.
 
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