Exam revision

Question 1

Explain how researchers ensure validity in quantitative research

Answer 1

data collection and sampling proceedures

Question 2

describe 4 ways in which researchers ensure rigor in qualitative research

Answer 2

credibility - is the data collected credible
dependability - the integrated processes of data collection, data analysis, and theory generation
confirmability - is a measure of how well the inquiry’s findings are supported by the data collected.
transferability - is it transferable accross other populations

Question 3

Describe the process and purpose of triangulation

Answer 3

uses a combination of data collection methods in qualitative research or it can mean a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods used in one research study.

Question 4

describe 4 qualitative data collection methods

Answer 4

interviews
focus groups
observation
journal entries

Question 5

describe 3 major quantitative data collection methods

Answer 5

questionnaires
observation
lab and physiological measurements

Question 6

Define evidence based nursing practice

Answer 6

using information based on research evidence in combination with clinical experience, incorporating patient requests and available resources

Question 7

The abstract of a research report usually includes the following MAJOR sections

Answer 7

Aims
Objectives
Methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusion

Question 8

Briefly define a) independent variable b) dependent variable

Answer 8

a) manipulated variable

b) the effect

Question 9

In relation to measurement error in quantitative data collection
define reliability -
define validity -

Answer 9

define reliability - consistency in measurement

define validity - accuracy of measurements

Question 10

If the research question is “does the temperature of normal saline used in the endotracheal tube (ETT) suctioning affect heart rate alterations
1) what is the hypothesis (state research and null hypothesis)

Answer 10

The temperature of NS used in ETT suctioning causes heart rate fluctuations

Null hypothesis - The temperature of NS used in ETT suctioning does not heart rate fluctuations

Question 11

If the research question is “does the temperature of normal saline used in the endotracheal tube (ETT) suctioning affect heart rate alterations

identify the independent variable

Answer 11

temperature of normal saline

Question 12

If the research question is “does the temperature of normal saline used in the endotracheal tube (ETT) suctioning affect heart rate alterations

identify the dependent variable

Answer 12

heart rate

Question 13

If the research question is “does the temperature of normal saline used in the endotracheal tube (ETT) suctioning affect heart rate alterations

identify the most appropriate research design

Answer 13

Experimental

Question 14

If the research question is “does the temperature of normal saline used in the endotracheal tube (ETT) suctioning affect heart rate alterations

identify the most appropriate sampling method

Answer 14

random

Question 15

state the 4 major considerations for a researcher when conducting a study

Answer 15

informed consent
Ethics committee approval
A balance of benefits and risks
protect the rights of the participants

Question 16

Briefly describe systematic review

Answer 16

panel of authors

specific research question - include all studies that answer the question

Question 17

Briefly describe meta analysis

Answer 17

statistical analysis from all studies and RCT’s

Question 18

Briefly describe meta synthesis

Answer 18

data analysis or the ‘bringing together’ of Qualitative data to form a new interpretation of the research field.

Question 19

Name 2 major resources for nurses to access these in the clinical area

Answer 19

Cochrane library and Joanna Briggs institute library