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NRS 433V Topic 3 Assignment; Rough Draft Research Ethics and Evaluating Quantitative Research

Topic 5 DQ 1 Description: The theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods are very different, but many researchers believe both methods should be used in the research study to increase validity and reliability. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in using both types of methods in a nursing study? Support your answer with current evidence-based literature.

TOPIC 4 DQ 1 Description: Compare independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables. Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous variables. Support your answer with peer-reviewed articles.

TOPIC 2 DQ 1 Description: Qualitative data has been described as voluminous and sometimes overwhelming to the researcher. Discuss two strategies that would help a researcher manage and organize the data.

Topic 5 DQ 2 Description: According to the textbook, nurses in various settings are adopting a research-based (or evidence-based) practice that incorporates research findings into their decisions and interaction with clients. How do you see this being applied in your workplace?

Topic 1 DQ 2 Description: Nursing research is used to study a dilemma or a problem in nursing. Examine a problem you have seen in nursing. Provide an overview of the problem and discuss why the problem should be studied. Provide rational and support for your answer.

Topic 4 DQ 2 Description: Describe the “levels of evidence” and provide an example of the type of practice change that could result from each.

Topic 1 DQ 1 Description: PICOT is utilized by the health care community to identify and study a nursing or medical practice problem. Consequently, PICOT examples that may provide insight into the use of the PICOT process, may not be relevant to nursing practice as they are based on a medical practice problem. Describe the difference between a nursing practice problem and a medical practice problem. Provide one example of each. Discuss why is it important to ensure your PICOT is based on a...

Topic 3 DQ 2 Description: Describe sampling theory and provide examples to illustrate your definition. Discuss generalizability asit applies to nursing research.

TOPIC 3 DQ 1 Description: Provide examples of experimental and nonexperimental research design. Contrast the levels of control applied to each.