CSU-P NSG 351 ch5 Questions With Complete Solutions
A nursing researcher determines that there is little information
about the use of complementary practices in treating obesity.
This represents the research:
a. design.
b. problem.
c. purpose.
d. significance. Correct Answer ANS: B
The problem provides the basis for developing the research
purpose and identifies gaps in knowledge needed for nursing
practice.
A researcher wishes to study the effects of a low-fat diet on self-
esteem, weight, and energy levels among obese women over age
40. Which is the independent variable in this study?
a. Low-fat diet
b. Obesity
c. Self-esteem, weight, and energy levels
d. Women over 40 Correct Answer ANS: A
,The independent variable in a study is the variable that can be
manipulated to determine whether a specific outcome or result is
achieved.
A reviewer assesses a potential researchers credentials and
experience, the availability of funding and resources, and ethical
considerations of a potential study. This represents evaluation of
a studys:
a. expertise.
b. feasibility.
c. purpose.
d. significance. Correct Answer ANS: B
The feasibility of a study is determined by examining the
researchers qualifications, the funding and resources available to
conduct the study, the availability of subjects, facilities, and
equipment, and ethical considerations.
A statement about the significance of a study describes the:
a. influence of results on nursing practice.
b. relationship among study variables.
c. study design and methods.
, d. validity of the study measurement tools. Correct Answer
ANS: A
The statement about the significance of the study identifies its
importance to the body of knowledge and to nursing practice.
All of the following aspects of a research proposal are part of the
research hypothesis except:
a. methodology.
b. outcomes.
c. population.
d. variables. Correct Answer ANS: A
The methodology is not described in the research hypothesis
statement.
An examination of the researchers plan for using measurement
tools to examine relationships among variables helps determine
the:
a. research hypothesis.
b. research objectives.
c. study feasibility.
d. study purpose. Correct Answer ANS: A
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