Question 1

To determine the best treatment option, health professionals must rely on their understanding of research literature to make the most informed clinical decisions.

Accepted Answer

Health professionals use evidence-based practice, which involves integrating clinical expertise with the best available research evidence to make informed decisions about patient care.

Question 2

Research is not the basis for clinical practice.

Accepted Answer

Research is essential for clinical practice as it provides evidence-based information that guides medical decisions and improves patient care.

Question 3

Researching and interpreting the literature is necessary for a novice practitioner, but an "expert" in the field will focus on more real-life experiences to guide his professional practice.

Accepted Answer

Both novice and expert practitioners benefit from researching and interpreting literature to stay updated with the latest knowledge and evidence-based practices, regardless of their level of experience.

Question 4

It is the responsibility of every student to become an informed consumer and learn how to interpret medical research and healthcare literature.

Accepted Answer

It is important for students, especially those in health-related fields, to understand medical research and healthcare literature to make informed decisions and contribute effectively to discussions and practices in healthcare.

Question 5

Experimental research involves a description of an individual, group, or situation that may be applied to further groups or situations, such as case studies.

Accepted Answer

Experimental research involves manipulating variables to determine cause-and-effect relationships, whereas case studies are descriptive and focus on detailed examination of a single subject or group without manipulation.

Question 6

Research is a systematic, organized process that goes through sequential steps.

Accepted Answer

Research typically follows a structured approach, involving stages such as identifying a problem, reviewing literature, designing a study, collecting data, analyzing results, and drawing conclusions.

Question 7

Experimental research includes studies that manipulate one variable to see its effect on another, while controlling for as many variables as possible, as well as, randomly assigning participants to groups.

Accepted Answer

Experimental research involves manipulating an independent variable to observe its effect on a dependent variable, controlling extraneous variables, and using random assignment to ensure that the groups are comparable.

Question 8

The purpose of research is to publish often and present your data at national and international conferences.

Accepted Answer

The primary purpose of research is to generate new knowledge, solve problems, and contribute to the understanding of a particular field. Publishing and presenting are means to disseminate findings, but not the sole purpose.

Question 9

Health care professionals do not need to know research terminology.

Accepted Answer

Understanding research terminology is essential for healthcare professionals to interpret and apply research findings effectively in clinical practice.

Question 10

A neonatal intensive care nurse reviews the latest articles and most current information regarding the side effects of an antibiotic. The nurse wants to determine if the rash on the infant's arm is a symptom of the new medication. Is this an example of research?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Which statement is false when explaining the use of research?

Accepted Answer

Research is not limited to laboratory and clinical settings; it is used in various fields to gather information, test hypotheses, and expand knowledge.

Question 12

Scientists at a local university are studying the retinas of zebra fish in three separate fish tanks. Each tank has 20 gallons of water with three sides blacked out with special paint. The clear side is filled with special lights that flash into the tanks at different rates and intensities. What is this type of research called?

Accepted Answer

This type of research is conducted in a controlled environment, such as a laboratory, where variables can be manipulated and controlled, making it laboratory research.

Question 13

Which is considered research?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices involve research because they all involve the systematic investigation of a topic.

Question 14

When choosing a research project for a class, which of the following factors should be considered?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the expectations, parameters, and guidelines ensures that the project aligns with the class requirements and is feasible within the given constraints.

Question 15

Which is not a step to refine your research?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Researchers who exam therapeutic effects of a new diabetes medication for young children is an example of which type of research?

Accepted Answer

Clinical research is research that is conducted on humans to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new drugs, devices, and treatments.

Question 17

What types of research generates new theory?

Accepted Answer

Pure research generates new theory by exploring new concepts and ideas, without being constrained by practical applications.

Question 18

What type of research evaluates therapeutic results?

Accepted Answer

Clinical research evaluates therapeutic results by studying the effects of medical treatments on patients.

Question 19

What type of research includes trend analysis?

Accepted Answer

Descriptive research involves observing and describing the behavior of a subject without influencing it in any way, and trend analysis is a method used in descriptive research to identify patterns or trends over time.

Question 20

What type of research includes qualitative measures?

Accepted Answer

Descriptive research often includes qualitative measures as it aims to describe characteristics or phenomena, often using methods like interviews, observations, and case studies.

Quiz 1: Introduction