Chapter 1

Question 1

is defined as a scientific and systematic search for information on a specific topic.

Answer 1

research

Question 2

steps in research

Answer 2

understand
review
collect
analyze
draw conclusions

Question 3

4 characteristics of research

Answer 3

the research should be systematic
the research should be objective
the research should be feasible
the research should be empirical
the research should be clear

Question 4

roles of a researcher

Answer 4

principal investigator
member of research team
identifier of research problems
user of research findings
client advocate
subject, participant or respondent

Question 5

importance of research

Answer 5

*provides a scientific basis for any practice
*Research is undertaken for continuous development
*Research provides solutions to problems
*Research impacts decision making.

Question 6

goals for conducting research

Answer 6

*To produce evidence based practice.
*To observe accountability in a profession
*To promote cost-effectiveness through documentation
*To establish credibility in a profession.