Question 1

The first person to conduct professional research was:
A) Corbin
B) Becker
C) Nightingale
D) Giger and Davidhar

Accepted Answer

Nursing research began with Florence Nightingale and has become vital to both professionals and consumers in investigating the domain of nursing,testing theories and interventions,and demonstrating the efficacy and efficiency of nursing actions.

Question 2

The purpose of research is to generate scientific knowledge:
A) That is used to influence practice
B) That helps nurses advance their career
C) That is used to support the concept of "do no harm"
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The actual research process is generally thought of as the scientific method.To understand the basics of nursing research,first think about the scientific method as a systematic process for answering a question or testing a hypothesis.The results of the research can influence practice.

Question 3

The main issue that the researcher addresses in the investigation is called the:
A) Critique.
B) Hypotheses.
C) Research design.
D) Research problem.

Accepted Answer

The research problem is the central question that the research has been designed to answer.It is the "what" that is being done in the study to describe,explain,predict,or control some phenomenon of concern to nursing.

Question 4

Observations are a form of research measurements.

Accepted Answer

Measurements can also be observations of behavior,responses by subjects on a scale,physiological measures,review of records,or a number of other types of methods.Research protocols are strictly adhered to the identical and detailed process is used with each research subject.

Question 5

"The conversion of research findings from primary research results,through a series of stages and forms,to impact on health outcomes by way of evidence-based care" is the definition of:
A) Medical research
B) Hypothesis testing
C) Scientific investigation
D) Knowledge transformation

Accepted Answer

Knowledge transformation is defined as "the conversion of research findings from primary research results,through a series of stages and forms,to impact on health outcomes by way of evidence-based care." As new knowledge is transformed through the five stages-discovery,evidence summary,translation,integration,and evaluation-the outcome is quality improvement of care.

Question 6

In a critique,it is important for the reader to:
A) Publish the critique's conclusions.
B) Criticize all components of the report.
C) Critically examine all the aspects of the report,
D) Critically determine reliability of the report's findings.

Accepted Answer

A research critique is an objective analysis of a published research report.The reader must critically consider all components of the report-problem,purpose,supporting literature,theoretical framework,definitions,study questions or hypotheses,design,population and sample,data collection methods and procedures,analysis,and interpretation of findings.

Question 7

The fourth step of the scientific method is:
A) Collection of data
B) Statement of hypothesis
C) Analysis of data interpretation
D) Description of the theoretical framework

Accepted Answer

The steps of the scientific method are identification of the problem; statement of the purpose; review of the literature; description of the theoretical framework; definition of terms; statement of the hypothesis(es); selection of the research design,population,and sample; institutional review board approval; collection of data; analysis and interpretation of data; and presentation of findings and recommendations.

Question 8

Reliability relates to measuring the variable of interest in the proper manner.

Accepted Answer

Reliability describes constancy over time and is important when choosing research instruments.

Question 9

A professional nurse is responsible for:
A) Actively consuming nursing research
B) Selecting ethical research designs
C) Critiquing all nursing research studies
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Nurses have both the right and the responsibility to participate in research.Participation of nurses should be evident; for example,they should function as members of research teams and institutional review boards.Nurses also can actively participate by giving support and assistance to others involved in research for the advancement of knowledge and enhancement of professional practice.

Question 10

"The use of clinical expertise and interventions that are based on evidence of efficacy for client outcomes and the preferences of the clients served" relates to:
A) Research
B) A statement of purpose
C) Evidence-based practice
D) Review of the literature

Accepted Answer

The definition is put forth by the International Honor Society of Nursing .Traditional practices are not appropriate unless supported with current evidence of efficacy and appropriateness for the patient.

Question 11

Nightingale is important because she was:
A) The first female in the health profession
B) The first nursing professional to conduct research
C) The health professional who generated the code of ethics
D) Responsible for the central concept of "do no harm"

Accepted Answer

Nursing research began with Florence Nightingale and has become vital to both professionals and consumers in investigating the domain of nursing,testing theories and interventions,and demonstrating the efficacy and efficiency of nursing actions.

Question 12

Which of the following is not one of the four basic patient human rights?
A) Full disclosure
B) Self-determination
C) Distribution of results
D) Privacy and confidentiality

Accepted Answer

Four basic human rights must be ensured for research subjects.These principles speak to ethical considerations and human rights are beneficence (do no harm),full disclosure,self-determination,and privacy and confidentiality.

Question 13

Which of the following is not vital to nursing research?
A) Demonstrating the efficacy and efficiency of nursing actions
B) Developing appropriate nursing interventions
C) Testing discoveries and interventions
D) Investigating the domain of nursing

Accepted Answer

Support has grown for research as we see the need to investigate the domain of nursing,test theories and interventions,and demonstrate efficacy and efficiency of nursing actions and patient outcomes.

Question 14

The correct order of the first three steps in the scientific method is:
A) Statement of hypothesis, selection of research design, and review of literature
B) Description of theoretical framework, full disclosure, and statement of purpose
C) Statement of purpose, identification of the problem, and statement of hypotheses
D) Identification of the problem, statement of purpose, and review of the literature

Accepted Answer

The steps of the scientific method are identification of the problem; statement of the purpose; review of the literature; description of the theoretical framework; definition of terms; statement of the hypothesis(es); selection of the research design,population,and sample; institutional review board approval; collection of data; analysis and interpretation of data; and presentation of findings and recommendations.

Question 15

Inferential statistics are used to make inferences about the population of interest.

Accepted Answer

Inferential statistics are used to test hypotheses,make predictions,and infer from the sample (statistic)to the population (parameter).

Quiz 5: Evidence-Based Practice

The first person to conduct professional research was:

The purpose of research is to generate scientific knowledge:

The main issue that the researcher addresses in the investigation is called the:

Observations are a form of research measurements.

"The conversion of research findings from primary research results,through a series of stages and forms,to impact on health outcomes by way of evidence-based care" is the definition of:

In a critique,it is important for the reader to:

The fourth step of the scientific method is:

Reliability relates to measuring the variable of interest in the proper manner.

A professional nurse is responsible for:

"The use of clinical expertise and interventions that are based on evidence of efficacy for client outcomes and the preferences of the clients served" relates to:

Nightingale is important because she was:

Which of the following is not one of the four basic patient human rights?

Which of the following is not vital to nursing research?

The correct order of the first three steps in the scientific method is:

Inferential statistics are used to make inferences about the population of interest.