NURSING RESEARCH Flashcards

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What is nursing research?

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Systematic inquiry designed to develop knowledge about issues of importance to nursing practice.

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True or False: Nursing research is only focused on clinical settings.

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False

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What is the purpose of nursing research?

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To generate knowledge to guide nursing practice.

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What are the two main types of nursing research?

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Quantitative and qualitative research.

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5
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Fill in the blank: Nursing research is essential for improving ____________.

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patient outcomes

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What is the goal of evidence-based practice in nursing?

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To integrate the best research evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences.

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True or False: Nursing research always involves conducting experiments on patients.

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False

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What is a research hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is a literature review in nursing research?

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A critical analysis of existing research studies on a particular topic.

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What is the purpose of a research design in nursing research?

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To outline the methods and procedures for conducting the study.

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What is a research sample in nursing research?

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A subset of the population being studied.

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What is informed consent in nursing research?

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Permission obtained from a research participant after they have been informed about the study.

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What is a research instrument in nursing research?

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Tools or techniques used to collect data in a study.

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What is data analysis in nursing research?

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The process of interpreting and making sense of research findings.

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What is a research report in nursing research?

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A written document that presents the findings of a research study.

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What is peer review in nursing research?

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The process of evaluation by experts in the same field to ensure quality and validity of research.

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What is a research ethics committee in nursing research?

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A group that reviews research proposals to ensure ethical standards are met.

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What is a systematic review in nursing research?

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A comprehensive review of all relevant studies on a particular topic to provide an overview of the evidence.

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What is a meta-analysis in nursing research?

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A statistical method that combines the results of multiple studies to provide a more accurate estimate of the effect of a treatment.

20
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What is a research dissemination plan in nursing research?

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A strategy for sharing research findings with the wider community.

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What is a research funding agency in nursing research?

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An organization that provides financial support for research projects.

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What is a research grant in nursing research?

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Funding awarded to researchers to conduct a specific research project.

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What is an institutional review board (IRB) in nursing research?

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A committee that reviews and approves research involving human subjects to ensure ethical standards are met.

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What is a research protocol in nursing research?

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A detailed plan outlining the objectives, methods, and procedures for a research study.

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What is the significance of peer-reviewed journals in nursing research?

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They publish research that has been evaluated by experts in the field for quality and validity.