Making a Difference with Nursing Research By Young & Langford-Test Bank

Resource For Impactful Nursing Research By Young & Langford

ISBN-10: ‎0132343991, ISBN-13:‎ 978-0132343992

Chapter 5
Question 1
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
When planning a quantitative study, what advantage does the nurse researcher see in using this research method?
1. The procedure is unbiased.
2. The number of stages is adaptable.
3. Mathematical computations are limited.
4. Utilization of findings in nursing practice can be excluded.
Correct Answer: 1
Reasoning 1: Quantitative research follows an objective process. (Refer to page 77)
Reasoning 2: There are five distinct phases in quantitative research. While some phases may overlap, they create a general structure. (Refer to page 77)
Reasoning 3: Quantitative research aims to gather and convert data into numerical format, hence mathematical calculations are integral throughout the procedure. (Refer to page 77)
Reasoning 4: The purpose of nursing research is to apply findings to actual nursing practice; therefore, this aspect cannot be overlooked. (Refer to page 77)
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Cognitive Level: Analysis
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Learning Outcome: 1

Question 2
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
While conceptualizing the issue in a quantitative study, what part of the process is affected if the nurse researcher finds that the issue’s scope may not be thoroughly examined within the time frame?
1. Review of literature.
2. Formulation of the issue.
3. Development of a framework.
4. Formulation of variables.
Correct Answer: 2
Reasoning 1: The literature review involves collecting information relevant to the identified matter. When formulating the issue, resource considerations, including scope, are taken into account. (Refer to page 80)
Reasoning 2: When formulating the issue, one must consider the resources required for the study. Timing is crucial, and it must be verified whether the scope of the chosen issue is narrow enough to be studied within the allocated time. (Refer to page 80)
Reasoning 3: When building a framework, theories, or a conceptual framework for the study are recognized. Resource considerations, including issue scope, are taken into account when formulating the issue. (Refer to page 80)
Reasoning 4: While formulating the variables, the attributes or concepts that will change during the study or as a result of the study are identified. Resource considerations, including issue scope, are taken into account when formulating the issue. (Refer to page 80)
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Cognitive Level: Analysis
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Learning Outcome: 2

Question 3
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
When reviewing a quantitative research study, the nurse encounters difficulty identifying the theoretical framework. What does this situation indicate to the nurse?
1. The study is established on research issues.
2. The study contradicts theoretical explanations.
3. The integration of research results into practice will be challenging.
4. Connections between concepts have not been significantly tested yet.
Correct Answer: 3
Reasoning 1: A quantitative study founded on research issues would have a clearly defined theoretical framework. (Refer to page 82)
Reasoning 2: For a quantitative study to contradict theoretical explanations, a well-defined theoretical framework is necessary. (Refer to page 82)
Reasoning 3: The absence of a clear framework in a quantitative research study makes integrating research results back into the existing knowledge base more difficult. (Refer to page 82)
Reasoning 4: A conceptual framework is a less formally structured framework where concepts are yet to be meaningfully tested. (Refer to page 82)
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Learning Outcome: 2

Question 4
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
In a quantitative study, the nurse reads the following statement: “The effect of active-range-of-motion exercises on the recovery of lower extremity function in patients diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome.” Which variable is the dependent variable?
1. Active
2. Range of motion
3. Guillain-Barré syndrome
4. Lower extremity function
Correct Answer: 4
Reasoning 1: “Active” describes the type of range of motion exercises. (Refer to page 83)
Reasoning 2: Range of motion is the variable used to explain or predict change. This phrase represents the independent variable. (Refer to page 83)
Reasoning 3: Guillain-Barré syndrome identifies the study population. (Refer to page 83)
Reasoning 4: Lower extremity function is the outcome variable or the dependent variable. (Refer to page 83)
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Learning Outcome: 2

Question 5
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
At the beginning of a quantitative research study, the following statement is made: “Male patients with osteoarthritis will show improvement in pain level and function after participating in structured muscle-strengthening exercise sessions for 30 minutes three times a week.” How does the nurse classify this sentence in the research study?
1. Hypothesis
2. Research inquiries
3. Conceptual elucidation
4. Operational elucidation
Correct Answer: 1
Reasoning 1: A hypothesis predicts the expected outcomes of the study. It is an educated assumption about relationships or differences among variables. (Refer to page 84)
Reasoning 2: Research inquiries identify the variables under study and the kind of relationships they may have or aim to describe. This statement does not pose a research question. (Refer to page 84)
Reasoning 3: A conceptual elucidation is derived from literature review and provides the variable’s meaning in the context of the research study. This statement is not a conceptual elucidation. (Refer to page 84)
Reasoning 4: An operational elucidation explains how a variable will be measured or manipulated within a research study. This statement is not an operational elucidation. (Refer to page 84)
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Learning Outcome: 2

Question 6
Question Type: Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
How will the nurse researcher implement systematic random sampling for a quantitative study?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Generate a non-alphabetic list.
2. Choose every kth participant on a random list.
3. Allocate numbers to the sample using a lottery system.
4. Divide the list and assign numbers by drawing lots.
5. Identify populations and participants from within those populations.
Correct Answer: 1,2
Reasoning 1: With systematic random sampling, the list of participants cannot be in alphabetical order. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 2: In systematic random sampling, every kth participant is selected. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 3: Assigning numbers to the sample using a lottery system is utilized for simple random sampling. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 4: Dividing the list and assigning numbers through a lottery system is the method for stratified random sampling. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 5: Identifying populations and participants from within those populations is the strategy for cluster or multistage sampling. (Refer to page 89)
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Cognitive Level: Application
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Learning Outcome: 3

Question 7
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
A quantitative research study states that a non-probability population sample was used. How should the nurse interpret this statement?
1. The sample reflects the population mathematically.
2. The study results are generalizable to the population.
3. Confidence in generalizing the findings to the population is lacking.
4. Each element in the population has an equal chance of being in the sample.
Correct Answer: 3
Reasoning 1: Representing the population mathematically is a trait of a probability sample. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 2: Generalizability of study results to the population is a feature of a probability sample. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 3: Non-probability population sampling lacks the confidence to generalize findings to the population. (Refer to page 89)
Reasoning 4: In a probability sample, each population element has an equal chance of being included. (Refer to page 89)
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Learning Outcome: 3

Question 8
Question Type: Multiple Choice Single Answer
When planning a quantitative research study where participants will report knowledge and feelings about a clinical intervention, what type of instrument should the nurse use to gather this data?
1. Checklist
2. Rating scale
3. Categorized list
4. Questionnaire
Correct Answer: 4
Reasoning 1: A checklist is employed when the researcher can monitor the frequency of a behavior. (Refer to page 92)
Reasoning 2: A rating scale is used to gauge the intensity of a behavior. (Refer to page 92)
Reasoning 3: A categorized list organizes behavior into different groups. (Refer to page 92)
Reasoning 4: A questionnaire is utilized for self-reporting knowledge, feelings, attitudes, or beliefs and is the most prevalent form of data collection in nursing research. (Refer to page 92)
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Cognitive Level: Application
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Learning Outcome: 3

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