Nursing Research and Knowledge Sources
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What is nursing research?

Systematic inquiry that relies on disciplined methods to answer questions and solve problems.

What are the two paradigms in nursing research?

  • Positivist and Constructivist (correct)
  • Theoretical and Practical
  • Experimental and Observational
  • Quantitative and Qualitative

    • The positivist paradigm believes in one reality that can be scientifically measured.

    True

    What is the ultimate goal of nursing research?

    <p>To gain knowledge that can benefit many people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the assumptions in the positivist paradigm suggest?

    <p>Nature is ordered and regular; reality exists independent of human observation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Constructivist paradigms believe that reality is constructed by the individual.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The systematic process of __________ and logically analyzing information is crucial in research.

    <p>collecting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the sources of knowledge for nursing practice?

    <p>Tradition, clinical experience, trial and error, and disciplined research.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following research concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Positivist Paradigm = Belief in measurable reality Constructivist Paradigm = Reality constructed by individuals Assumptions = Principles believed to be true without verification Disciplined Research = Best method of acquiring reliable knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is nursing research?

    <p>A systematic inquiry that relies on disciplined methods to answer questions and solve problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ultimate goal of research is to gain knowledge that can benefit ___ people.

    <p>many</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the positivist paradigm?

    <p>Reality can be measured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Clinical experience is considered a functional source of knowledge in nursing research.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two paradigms mentioned in the content?

    <p>Positivist and constructivist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assumption in the positivist paradigm states that reality exists independent of human observation?

    <p>Reality exists independent of human observation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Research methods are the techniques used to structure a study and to gather, analyze, and interpret ___ information.

    <p>relevant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are considered as experts in the context of nursing research?

    <p>Nursing faculty, mentors, or textbook authors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The traditional authority in nursing research includes only those with scientific credentials.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nursing Research

    • A systematic inquiry using disciplined methods to answer questions and solve problems
    • The ultimate goal is to gain knowledge that can benefit many people
    • Systematic inquiry involves a series of steps to collect and logically analyze information to provide explanations

    Sources of Knowledge in Nursing Practice

    • Tradition and "experts": Untested traditions and unit culture ("sacred cows" or ineffective customs) persist. This reliance on authority figures like experts and textbooks is unavoidable, but they should be acknowledged and not blindly accepted.
    • Clinical Experience and Trial and Error: A functional source of knowledge and a component of the evidence-based practice model (EBP). It considers the experiences of nurses and doctors while implementing new sciences. However, it can be narrow, haphazard, and idiosyncratic.
    • Disciplined Research: The best method for acquiring reliable knowledge. It involves evidence-based findings and relies on experts in the field to guide research. Strict guidelines govern the research process.

    Research Paradigms

    • Worldviews: General perspectives on the complexities of the world that underlie the theories and methodology of a particular scientific subject. They define how we "believe on the reality".
    • Positivist Paradigm: A rational and scientific perspective believing in one reality that can be measured. It assumes reality exists and is driven by natural causes. Researchers are independent from the individuals studied, and values and biases are to be controlled.
    • Constructivist (Naturalist) Paradigm: Views reality as constructed by individuals. Researchers acknowledge that it can be subjective and influenced by personal experiences.

    Research Methods

    • Techniques used to structure a study, gather and analyze relevant information, and interpret results. It outlines how a research study is conducted.

    Assumptions:

    • Positivist Paradigm:
      • Nature is ordered and regular.
      • Reality exists independently from human observation.
      • Reality is the same for everyone.
    • Constructivist Paradigm:
      • Reality is a social construct and varies across individuals and groups.

    Limitations

    • Positivist Paradigm: The complexity of humans makes it difficult to accurately measure and capture all aspects of reality. The issue of measurement can be challenging.
    • Constructivist Paradigm: Subjectivity and bias, inherent in human perspectives, needs to be considered and managed.

    Faculty Reality

    • Belief that there is only one factual reality that exists.

    Research

    • Is a systematic inquiry that relies on disciplined methods to answer questions and solve problems
    • Aims to gain knowledge that benefits many people

    Paradigm

    • A general perspective on the world's complexities, underlying a scientific subject
    • "Believe in reality"
    • The world is complex

    2 Paradigms

    • Positivist and Constructivist (naturalistic)

    Positivist Paradigm

    • Rational, scientific
    • Reality is measurable and can be rationalized
    • Reality exists, driven by natural causes
    • The researcher is independent from those researched
    • Values and biases are controlled
    • Strict guidelines

    Constructivist (Naturalistic) Paradigm

    • Reality is constructed by the individual

    Research Methods

    • Techniques used for structuring a study
    • Involve gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information
    • How a study is conducted

    Assumptions

    • Beliefs that are thought to be true without verification
    • Used to make conclusions

    Positivist Paradigm Assumptions

    • Nature is ordered and regular
    • Reality exists independently of human observation
    • Reality is the same for all of us
    • Factual reality exists

    Limitations of the Positivist Paradigm

    • Problem of measurement
    • Humans are complex
    • Failing to capture the full breadth of reality

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    Explore the essential elements of nursing research and the various sources of knowledge in nursing practice. This quiz delves into the systematic inquiry methods and evaluates the impact of tradition, clinical experience, and disciplined research. Test your understanding of how these components contribute to effective nursing care.

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