When would a nurse researcher choose to use a developmental study design?
A) To allow comparison of the results of qualitative studies of a particular phenomenon to the results of quantitative studies of the same phenomenon
B) To allow reanalysis of existing data for a secondary purpose not stated in the original research
C) To allow exploration of the changing nature of relationships between variables over time
D) To allow development or refinement of a tool or instrument

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Correct C: Developmental design permits exploration of the changing nature of relationships of variables over time.
Incorrect A: Comparison of studies would be a component of the literature review.
Incorrect B: Reanalysis of existing data for a secondary purpose is the definition of secondary analysis.
Incorrect D: Development or refinement of a tool or instrument is the purpose of methodological research.

When Would a Nurse Researcher Choose to Use a Developmental