Question 1

Which statement(s) describe the actions of the baccalaureate nurse graduate as a participant in the nursing research process? (Select all that apply.)
A) Administering care at the bedside according to a research protocol
B) Providing leadership by helping others apply scientific knowledge to practice
C) Sharing with nursing colleagues research findings that are pertinent to practice
D) Designing and conducting nursing research studies
E) Functioning as a primary investigator for a research study

Accepted Answer

A, C

Question 2

Members of the nursing staff are to participate in a unit-based clinical research study. Which research-related actions would be expected of a nurse with a baccalaureate nursing degree?
A) Using critical appraisal skills to understand and assess the steps of the research
Process
B) Providing expert nursing consultation about the way in which clinical services are
Delivered
C) Developing research methods to monitor and evaluate the quality of nursing
Practice in the clinical setting
D) Providing leadership in the application of scientific knowledge to nursing
Practice

Accepted Answer

Using critical appraisal skills to understand and assess the steps of the research process is a skill that is expected of a nurse with a baccalaureate nursing degree.

Question 3

The nurse researcher is conducting a research study using subjects who will be interviewed regarding their experience with postpartum depression. For which of these reasons would the researcher select a qualitative, rather than a quantitative, research design?
A) Quantitative research is usually conducted in natural settings using data that are
Words rather than numbers.
B) Qualitative research seeks to explain cause-and-effect relationships between
Variables.
C) Quantitative research typically uses a convenience sample, seeking to answer a
Clinical question about a human experience.
D) Qualitative research collects data from a small number of subjects, allowing for
In-depth study of a phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

Qualitative research is often used to explore complex phenomena in depth. It is particularly useful when the researcher wants to gather rich, descriptive data that will provide a thorough understanding of a particular experience or phenomenon. In this case, the researcher is interested in understanding the experience of postpartum depression, which is likely to be complex and multifaceted. A qualitative research design would allow the researcher to collect detailed, nuanced data from a small number of participants that can be analyzed in depth. quantitative research, on the other hand, is usually characterized by large sample sizes and a focus on numerical data that can be analyzed statistically. While quantitative research can be useful in many cases, it may not be the best choice for a study that seeks to explore the subjective experiences of individuals.

Question 4

The nurse is analyzing a research article. To determine if an integrative review was performed as part of the study, the nurse must understand that this type of review is what?
A) A summary of research studies on a focused topic that used a specific statistical
Methodology
B) A synthesis of the research and theoretical literature on a specific area without a
Statistical analysis
C) A synthesis of qualitative articles on a focused topic using a specific qualitative
Methodology
D) A summary of articles in an attempt to develop a clinical practice statement or
Clinical guidelines

Accepted Answer

An integrative review is a synthesis of the empirical and theoretical literature on a specific topic without using statistical analysis. It incorporates both quantitative and qualitative studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of the topic.

Question 5

A novice nurse researcher is comparing the processes used in nursing research and in evidence-based practice. What differences, if any, exist between the two processes?
A) As scientific processes, they are fundamentally the same and should result in parallel outcomes.
B) Both processes involve testing a question with an appropriate design and specific methodology.
C) In a research study the question is tested with an appropriate design and specific methodology, whereas in evidence-based practice the question is used to search the research literature to find answers.
D) In evidence-based practice, qualitative studies are critically appraised to answer a clinical question, whereas in nursing research, quantitative studies are reviewed to provide a foundation for the study.

Accepted Answer

The main difference between nursing research and evidence-based practice is that in nursing research, a question is tested with a specific methodology, while in evidence-based practice, the question is used to search the research literature for answers. Evidence-based practice incorporates the results of nursing research, but it is not the same as conducting research.

Question 6

Which statement describes the role of the nurse in research?
A) Nurses must be prepared at the baccalaureate or higher level of education to have any role in nursing research.
B) Nurses with master's or higher levels of education are solely responsible for applying research to clinical practice.
C) The research role of nurses prepared at both baccalaureate and master's levels of education includes critical appraisal skills.
D) Regardless of the nursing education level, only the nurse with the most comprehensive understanding of statistical methods should interpret research findings.

Accepted Answer

The research role of nurses prepared at both baccalaureate and master's levels of education includes critical appraisal skills. Nurses at both levels of education can participate in research and utilize critical appraisal skills to apply research findings to clinical practice. It is not said that nurses must have a master's or higher education level, nor is it stated that only the nurse with the most comprehensive understanding of statistical methods should interpret research findings.

Question 7

Nurses who do not conduct research need to understand the nursing research process for which of these reasons?
A) To identify potential subjects for clinical research studies
B) To assist as accurate data collectors in clinical research studies
C) To teach patients and their families about the usefulness of consenting to
Participate in research
D) To be able to evaluate nursing research reports for relevance to their own clinical
Practice

Accepted Answer

Nurses who are not directly involved in research still need to be able to critically evaluate research reports and determine their relevance to their own practice in order to ensure evidence-based practice. The other options may be important, but they do not directly relate to the nursing research process.

Question 8

Which aspect of the scientific investigation of nursing practice is also a fundamental concept of American Nurses Association (ANA)'s Code for Nurses?
A) Professional accountability
B) Standards of care
C) Legal scope of practice
D) Advanced practice nursing activities

Accepted Answer

Professional accountability is a fundamental concept of the ANA's Code for Nurses as well as an important aspect of the scientific investigation of nursing practice. It involves taking responsibility for one's actions and decisions, and being accountable for the outcomes of nursing practice. This includes adhering to ethical principles and standards of care, engaging in ongoing professional development, and advocating for patients' rights and safety. B, C, and D are also important aspects of nursing practice, but they do not directly align with the concept of professional accountability as outlined in the ANA's Code.

Question 9

What is the primary value of evidence-based nursing practice?
A) Implementing the most cost-effective nursing practices when providing patient care
B) Incorporating research findings with clinical expertise when individualizing patient care
C) Separating nursing research as unique from the research of other disciplines
D) Developing new nursing theories to promote the growth of nursing science

Accepted Answer

Evidence-based nursing practice involves combining research evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences to provide individualized care that is supported by the best available evidence. It is not primarily focused on cost-effectiveness, separating nursing research from other disciplines, or developing new nursing theories.

Question 10

Which of the following is a critical step for the quality improvement process in health care settings?
A) Outlining general long-range goals
B) Identifying current successful practices
C) Testing practice changes slowly and tentatively
D) Adopting a practice change as a new standard of care

Accepted Answer

Adopting a practice change as a new standard of care is a critical step in the quality improvement process as it indicates that the change has been thoroughly tested and deemed successful in improving patient outcomes. Outlining goals, identifying successful practices, and testing changes slowly are also important steps, but they do not necessarily indicate that the change has been fully implemented as a standard of care.

Question 11

The nurse is using the critical reading process to analyze a research article. The nurse identifies the main theme of the article and states it in two sentences, using the nurse's own words. The nurse is using a strategy to promote which type of understanding?
A) Preliminary
B) Comprehensive
C) Analysis
D) Synthesis

Accepted Answer

By identifying the main theme of the article and summarizing it in two sentences, the nurse is promoting comprehensive understanding of the article. This involves a thorough analysis of the content and context of the article.

Question 12

When assessing the strength of a body of evidence used in a research study for consistency, the nurse should determine what?
A) Extent to which the study's design, implementation, and analysis minimize bias
B) Number of studies that have evaluated the research question, including overall
Sample size across studies
C) Degree to which studies with similar and different designs investigated the same
Research questions and report similar findings
D) Significance of the findings based on the statistical methods used for data analysis

Accepted Answer

Consistency refers to the degree to which studies with similar and different designs investigated the same research questions and report similar findings. Therefore, the nurse should determine if there is consistency across the body of evidence by examining the extent to which studies with various designs investigated the same research question and report similar findings.

Question 13

Which of these actions demonstrates the role of a knowledgeable consumer of nursing research?
A) Designing a nursing research study
B) Analyzing data to determine a study's outcomes
C) Evaluating the credibility of research findings
D) Implementing an intervention found to be effective in one clinical case study

Accepted Answer

Evaluating the credibility of research findings requires the consumer to have knowledge of research methods, study design, and statistical analysis. This demonstrates their ability to critically appraise research and make informed decisions about its relevance and applicability to their clinical practice. The other options (A, B, D) involve more active participation in the research process and may require specialized skills or training beyond that of a typical nursing consumer.

Question 14

The nurse is using the critical reading process to analyze a research article. The nurse is using a list of criteria to determine how well the researcher performed each step of the research process. The nurse is using a strategy to promote which type of understanding?
A) Preliminary
B) Comprehensive
C) Analysis
D) Synthesis

Accepted Answer

The answer of The nurse is using the critical reading...

Question 15

A nurse is analyzing a research article. Where in the article is the nurse likely to find the research question and study purpose?
A) Introduction
B) Data analysis
C) Findings
D) Data collection

Accepted Answer

The research question and study purpose are usually found in the introduction section of a research article, where the background information, problem statement, and objectives of the study are presented.

Question 16

For the baccalaureate nursing student, education in nursing research has which outcomes? (Select all that apply.)
A) Mastering the development of research protocols
B) Gaining basic understanding of the research process
C) Learning how research is related to clinical nursing practice
D) Developing skill as a primary investigator in research
E) Becoming a knowledgeable consumer of nursing research

Accepted Answer

Baccalaureate nursing students are not expected to act as primary investigators in research, so option D is not applicable. However, they should have a basic understanding of the research process, and learn how research is related to clinical nursing practice. They should also become knowledgeable consumers of nursing research, which would help them in their future practice. Mastery in the development of research protocols is not typically expected at this level of education.

Question 17

Which aspects of the nursing research process are common to nurses at all educational levels? (Select all that apply.)
A) Disseminating research findings in research reports
B) Maintaining the protection of patients who are subjects in a study
C) Using one's expertise to develop theoretical explanations for findings
D) Knowing the relationship between research and nursing practice
E) Being a member of a collaborative team that applies research to practice

Accepted Answer

Maintaining the protection of patients who are subjects in a study is a responsibility and ethical consideration that applies to all nurses involved in research. Knowing the relationship between research and nursing practice is also a fundamental aspect of the research process that is applicable to nurses at all levels of education. Being a member of a collaborative team that applies research to practice can occur at any educational level and is an essential component of utilizing research to improve patient care. Disseminating research findings in research reports is more commonly associated with nurses at higher levels of education, while using one's expertise to develop theoretical explanations for findings is typically more relevant to nurses with advanced research knowledge and experience.

Question 18

Nursing research is significant to the profession of nursing because it promotes what?
A) More specifically defined nursing practice responsibilities
B) Decreased liability within the practice of nursing
C) Generation of a specialized body of nursing knowledge for use in nursing practice
D) Expansion of the scope of nursing practice into areas formerly reserved for other
Disciplines

Accepted Answer

Nursing research helps generate a specialized body of nursing knowledge that can be used in nursing practice, leading to better patient outcomes and improved quality of care.

Answer: A is incorrect because more specifically defined nursing practice responsibilities can come from regulatory bodies, not necessarily nursing research. B is incorrect because liability is not directly impacted by nursing research, but it may indirectly affect it by promoting safer and more effective nursing practices. D is incorrect because nursing research does not necessarily expand the scope of nursing practice, but it may inform and enhance current nursing practices.

Question 19

The nurse is analyzing a qualitative research article. In which section of the article should the nurse expect to find a discussion of the research findings?
A) Procedures
B) Methods
C) Sample
D) Results

Accepted Answer

The results section of a research article is where the researcher presents and discusses their findings. This section typically includes tables, graphs, and other visual aids to help illustrate the data. The other sections (procedures, methods, and sample) are important in understanding how the study was conducted, but they do not provide a detailed analysis of the results.

Question 20

The nurse is analyzing a qualitative research article. In which section of the article is the nurse likely to find a summary of legal-ethical issues considered in the study?
A) Data collection or procedures
B) Findings or results
C) Discussion or implications
D) Abstract or introduction

Accepted Answer

Legal-ethical issues are typically addressed in the "Data collection or procedures" section of a qualitative research article, where the methods of obtaining data, including considerations for participant consent and confidentiality, are described.

Quiz 1: Integrating Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Quality Improvement Processes

Which statement(s) describe the actions of the baccalaureate nurse graduate as a participant in the nursing research process? (Select all that apply.)

Members of the nursing staff are to participate in a unit-based clinical research study. Which research-related actions would be expected of a nurse with a baccalaureate nursing degree?

The nurse researcher is conducting a research study using subjects who will be interviewed regarding their experience with postpartum depression. For which of these reasons would the researcher select a qualitative, rather than a quantitative, research design?

The nurse is analyzing a research article. To determine if an integrative review was performed as part of the study, the nurse must understand that this type of review is what?

A novice nurse researcher is comparing the processes used in nursing research and in evidence-based practice. What differences, if any, exist between the two processes?

Which statement describes the role of the nurse in research?

Nurses who do not conduct research need to understand the nursing research process for which of these reasons?

Which aspect of the scientific investigation of nursing practice is also a fundamental concept of American Nurses Association (ANA) 's Code for Nurses?

What is the primary value of evidence-based nursing practice?

Which of the following is a critical step for the quality improvement process in health care settings?

The nurse is using the critical reading process to analyze a research article. The nurse identifies the main theme of the article and states it in two sentences, using the nurse's own words. The nurse is using a strategy to promote which type of understanding?

When assessing the strength of a body of evidence used in a research study for consistency, the nurse should determine what?

Which of these actions demonstrates the role of a knowledgeable consumer of nursing research?

The nurse is using the critical reading process to analyze a research article. The nurse is using a list of criteria to determine how well the researcher performed each step of the research process. The nurse is using a strategy to promote which type of understanding?

A nurse is analyzing a research article. Where in the article is the nurse likely to find the research question and study purpose?

For the baccalaureate nursing student, education in nursing research has which outcomes? (Select all that apply.)

Which aspects of the nursing research process are common to nurses at all educational levels? (Select all that apply.)

Nursing research is significant to the profession of nursing because it promotes what?

The nurse is analyzing a qualitative research article. In which section of the article should the nurse expect to find a discussion of the research findings?

The nurse is analyzing a qualitative research article. In which section of the article is the nurse likely to find a summary of legal-ethical issues considered in the study?