The nurse is hand picking the sample based on the researcher's knowledge about the population. What type of sample is this called?

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Purposive sampling involves selecting a sample based on the knowledge of a population and the purpose of the study. It's a type of non-probability sampling where the researcher uses their judgment to choose participants that are most representative of the study.

The Nurse Is Hand Picking the Sample Based on the Researcher's