The nurse researcher is designing a research study that requires the use of specific physiologic measures.Which statement about the use of physiologic or biologic measures of data is most accurate?
A) They involve the use of specialized equipment.
B) Data-collection error is reduced with their use.
C) They can be used for both qualitative and quantitative research designs.
D) Instruments that measure physiologic phenomena represent the gold standard and eliminate the need to verify instrument reliability and validity.

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Correct A: Physiologic or biological measurement involves the use of specialized equipment.
Incorrect B: Data-collection error is reduced in physiologic and biologic measures only if they are used appropriately.
Incorrect C: Physiologic measures are not routinely used in qualitative research.
Incorrect D: Physiologic measures mandate that the validity and reliability of these instruments be checked frequently.

The Nurse Researcher Is Designing a Research Study That Requires