Ch. 14 - Textbook Questions

Question 1

Evidence-based decisions come from research, practice, and:

a) science.
b) patient preferences.
c) disciplines.
d) none of the above.

Answer 1

B) PATIENT PREFERENCES.

Question 2

Informed consent is an ongoing process that is initially obtained at the first step of the research process. It should be discussed in a group setting.

a) The 1st statement is TRUE; the 2nd statement is FALSE.
b) The 1st statement is FALSE; the 2nd statement is TRUE.
c) Both statements are TRUE.
d) Both statements are FALSE.

Answer 2

A) THE 1st STATEMENT IS TRUE; THE 2nd STATEMENT IS FALSE.

Question 3

Which type of sample involves choosing every subject independently and all subjects have an equal chance of being selected?

a) Systematic
b) Random
c) Convenience
d) Judgmental

Answer 3

B) RANDOM

Question 4

“No statistically significant difference between Brand X and Brand Y toothpaste in the reduction of tooth decay” is an example of a:

a) research question.
b) research hypothesis.
c) null hypothesis.
d) positive hypothesis.

Answer 4

C) NULL HYPOTHESIS.

Question 5

Data analysis involves:

a) assessing the research question.
b) developing the hypothesis.
c) analyzing the data.
d) performing statistical regression techniques.

Answer 5

C) ANALYZING THE DATA.