Mixed Method Designs and Strategies in Nursing

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What is the broad purpose of mixed methods research?

To exclusively focus on qualitative research

To increase the extent and depth of understanding (correct)

To exclusively focus on quantitative research

To compare different research paradigms

Which major research paradigms does mixed methods research combine?

Qualitative and quantitative research (correct)

Descriptive and correlational research

Survey and observational research

Quantitative and experimental research

Why has the growth of mixed methods research occurred in healthcare?

Due to the decreasing need for understanding healthcare systems

At a time of internationally increasing complexity in healthcare delivery (correct)

Due to the decline in complexity in healthcare delivery

Because of the reduced demand for quality and accuracy in healthcare research

What does Fig. 1 illustrate?

The increase in articles using mixed method designs Signup and view all the answers

What are the objectives of the presentation by Fatima Al Blooshi and Julia Minova?

To define mixed method designs and discuss their implications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of mixed methods research in healthcare?

To increase the understanding and accuracy of findings Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of Mixed Methods Research (MMR)?

Utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods in a single study Signup and view all the answers

What is Meta-Inference in a mixed method study?

A conclusion generated by integrating inference obtained from both qualitative and quantitative strands Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using Mixed Methods Research in terms of complementarity?

It allows for the complementary use of both qualitative and quantitative approaches Signup and view all the answers

Why is collaboration considered an advantage of Mixed Methods Research?

It promotes collaboration between qualitative and quantitative researchers on similar research problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern in mixed methods research according to the text?

Choice of an appropriate paradigm Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized by the Pragmatism paradigm in mixed methods research?

The dictatorship of the research question rather than research methods Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a practical issue in undertaking mixed methods design?

The substantial cost due to data collection, integration, and analysis occurring multiple times Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to enhanced validity in Mixed Methods Research according to the text?

The triangulation of methods to test alternatives and evaluate data accuracy Signup and view all the answers

Why do many research questions require mixed methods according to the text?

Because they often involve both qualitative and quantitative aspects that complement each other Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as a benefit of using mixed methods when it comes to progress on a topic?

Incremental progress depending on feedback loops Signup and view all the answers

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