Which research technique would be used by a nurse researcher who wishes to compare bonding patterns of neonatal intensive care (NIC)infants to non-NIC infants to test various theories about infant-parent bonding?
A) Experimental
B) Exploratory
C) Grounded theory
D) Quasi-experimental

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Grounded theory research is performed to formulate,test,and refine a theory about a particular phenomenon.Experimental and quasi-experimental techniques determine the effectiveness of particular outcomes.Exploratory research is performed to describe a problem or issue.Phenomenological research involves gaining deeper insights into perceptions and values.

Which Research Technique Would Be Used by a Nurse Researcher