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What is the primary goal of explanatory research in nursing?
Exploratory research primarily aims to confirm existing nursing theories.
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What role do nurses play as advocates during research studies?
They represent the interests and rights of clients or respondents.
Explanatory research is designed to __________ or develop a theory to new issues.
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Match the following roles of nurses in research with their descriptions:
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What is the final task of a research project?
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Informed consent is exemplified by the respect shown for participant autonomy.
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Name one ethical principle that must be addressed in a research protocol.
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The three elements of the informed consent process are information, __________, and voluntariness.
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Match the vulnerable populations with their characteristics:
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Study Notes
Explanatory Research in Nursing
- Collects data systematically for clinical, administrative, or instructional purposes.
- Aims to address nursing problems, evaluate practices, and assess needs of patients, staff, or students.
- Supports the development and extension of theories in nursing to tackle new issues.
- Aids in making informed decisions to advance scientific knowledge in nursing.
Purpose of Exploratory Research
- Develops and evaluates alternative approaches in nursing education for broader knowledge and specialized skills.
- Conducts preliminary assessments to establish the feasibility of ideas.
- Allows identification of key issues within specific nursing contexts.
Role of Nurses in Research
- Advocate for clients during studies ensuring ethical participation.
- Serve as principal investigators, identifying research problems.
- Evaluate research findings and contribute as team members.
- Collaborate with respondents/participants to gather essential data.
Characteristics of Research Questions
- Must possess clinical significance, practicality, and ethical consideration.
- A good research question aligns with methodological requisites.
Ethical Guidelines in Research
- Ensure adherence to ethical principles that protect health research participants’ dignity.
- Respect for persons includes autonomy, personal dignity, confidentiality, and informed consent.
Informed Consent Process
- Comprises three key elements: Information, Comprehension, and Voluntariness.
- Participants must receive complete disclosure and be free from coercion to make informed decisions.
Vulnerable Populations in Research
- Includes groups such as children, mentally challenged, illiterate individuals, pregnant women, prisoners, military personnel, and victims of violence.
- Special considerations are required to protect these groups’ rights and well-being.
Research Protocol Requirements
- Must follow ethical principles ensuring a minimal risk to participants.
- Include provisions for debriefing to enhance participant understanding.
Hypotheses in Research
- Null Hypothesis: No relationship or difference is expected between variables.
- Alternative Hypothesis: Suggests a relationship or difference exists.
- Directional Hypothesis: Predicts the specific direction of the relationship.
- Non-Directional Hypothesis: Simply states that a difference exists without predicting its direction.
- Simple Hypothesis: Examines the relationship between two variables.
- Complex Hypothesis: Involves multiple variables and their relationships.
- Associative Hypothesis: Indicates a relationship between variables without implying causality.
- Causal Hypothesis: Implies that one variable causes changes in another.
Structure of a Research Paper
- Title Page includes the title, author’s name, faculty, and completion date.
- Table of Contents showcases sections down to detailed levels.
- Approval Sheet indicates successful completion and required signatures.
- Abstract summarizes key information without introducing new content.
Review of Literature
- Evaluates existing research to identify areas of agreement, disagreement, and knowledge gaps.
- Proper documentation of resources is essential for effective literature analysis.
Methodological Considerations
- Developing a sound methodology that complies with ethical and research standards is crucial for credible findings.
- Communicating research findings effectively is vital for validation and application in nursing practices.
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This quiz focuses on the principles and applications of explanatory research within the nursing field. It covers how data collection is used to evaluate nursing practices and address clinical issues. Test your understanding of theory development and how research influences nursing solutions.
