Qualitative vs Quantitative Quiz: Know the Difference

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Which of the following is a key principle of research ethics?

Autonomy

Nonmaleficence (correct)

Beneficence

Justice

What is a key component of critical thinking?

Using evidence-informed knowledge

Being curious (correct)

Having a specific knowledge base

Being well-informed

What is the purpose of sensemaking?

To engage in critical thinking

To build bridges between different perspectives (correct)

To organize chaos in life

To develop mental representations

Which phase is part of the sensemaking process?

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Which type of research measures experiences and does not give information on the cause?

Qualitative research Signup and view all the answers

Which type of research uses numbers and statistics to measure and quantify phenomena, and tests hypotheses and generalizes results?

Quantitative research Signup and view all the answers

Which approach in nursing focuses on strengths rather than weaknesses, looks at the whole person, and uses available resources?

Strength-based theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the central goal of health and healing in nursing?

Health and healing Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, why do nurses use theories?

To guide care and improve patient outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Which type of theory has a more limited scope and addresses specific concepts?

Middle-range theory Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which nursing theory focuses on health promotion and recommends lifestyle changes?

McGill Model Signup and view all the answers

Who created the theory of transpersonal caring, which contains 10 caritas?

Dr. Jean Watson Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most reliable level of evidence in nursing research?

Systematic reviews of 3 or more RCTs Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evidence-informed practice in nursing?

To enhance healthcare processes through quality improvement Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between evidence-informed practice and evidence-based practice in nursing?

Evidence-informed practice considers patient values alongside evidence, while evidence-based practice relies on clinical guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Research Ethics and Critical Thinking

A key principle of research ethics is to protect the rights and dignity of participants.
Critical thinking is promoted by considering multiple perspectives and evaluating evidence.

Sensemaking and Research

The purpose of sensemaking is to make sense of information and experiences.
The phase of reconnaissance is part of the sensemaking process.
Descriptive research measures experiences and does not provide information on the cause.
Quantitative research uses numbers and statistics to measure and quantify phenomena, and tests hypotheses and generalizes results.

Nursing Approaches and Theories

The strengths-based approach in nursing focuses on strengths rather than weaknesses, looks at the whole person, and uses available resources.
The central goal of health and healing in nursing is to promote health, wellness, and well-being.
Nurses use theories to guide their practice, make decisions, and solve problems.
Middle-range theories have a more limited scope and address specific concepts.
The health promotion model focuses on health promotion and recommends lifestyle changes.
Jean Watson created the theory of transpersonal caring, which contains 10 caritas.

Nursing Research and Evidence

The most reliable level of evidence in nursing research is Level I, which consists of systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
The purpose of evidence-informed practice in nursing is to integrate evidence from research, clinical expertise, and patient preferences into practice.
Evidence-informed practice differs from evidence-based practice in that it takes into account patient preferences and clinical expertise, whereas evidence-based practice relies solely on research evidence.

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Test your knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods with this quiz. Learn about the differences between the two approaches, including their use of subjective and objective measures, data analysis techniques, and the types of data collected. Perfect for students and researchers looking to deepen their understanding of research methodologies.