Understanding Research Problems

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What is the primary purpose of evaluating the significance of a research problem?

To articulate the theoretical framework of the study

To determine the researcher's level of interest in the topic

To establish a hypothesis for the investigation

To identify the potential benefits of the study to the population (correct)

What is the primary component of a problem statement that identifies the context of the problem?

Problem Identification

Background (correct)

Proposed Solution

Scope of the Problem

What is the primary objective of a research problem in the context of inquiry?

To address a perplexing or puzzling situation (correct)

To develop a methodology

To generate a theory

To articulate a hypothesis

What is the term used to describe the gap in knowledge or information that a research problem seeks to address?

Knowledge or Information gap Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a problem statement in the context of research?

To articulate the nature, content, and significance of a problem Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of specifying a population in a research project?

To ensure that the study findings are generalizable to the entire population Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a research design?

To obtain answers to the research questions and handle difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of making a poor methodological decision during the research design phase?

The quality, integrity, and interpretability of the results may be compromised Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the aggregate of all objects, subjects, or members that conform to a specific set of specifications?

Population Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why researchers cannot study an entire population?

It is seldom possible to study an entire population, unless it is particularly small Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the research design in relation to the study hypothesis?

To specify the methods for collecting and analyzing data to test the hypothesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reviewing the literature in nursing research?

To provide a foundation for building new knowledge and guiding future research Signup and view all the answers

What is the research problem statement in a study?

A statement or question that outlines what will be examined by the researcher Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when selecting and defining a research problem in nursing research?

Whether the problem is of clinical or theoretical significance Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of generating nursing research questions?

Personal experiences and previous research Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between research findings and existing knowledge and theory?

Research findings should be an extension of previous knowledge and theory Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Research Problem

A research problem is a perplexing or puzzling situation that a researcher wants to address through disciplined inquiry.
Evaluating the significance of a research problem involves considering whether it will contribute new information, benefit the population, and lead to changes in procedures or policy.
A problem statement articulates the nature, content, and significance of a problem to be studied.

Components of a Problem Statement

Problem Identification: identifying what is wrong with the current situation.
Background: providing context for the problem that readers need to understand.
Scope of the problem: determining the size of the problem and how many people are affected.
Proposed solution: outlining how to make the situation better.
Knowledge or Information gap: identifying the gap in current knowledge or information.

Research Ethics

Balancing the need to protect participants with the need to conduct research.

Research Design

The overall plan for obtaining answers to research questions and handling difficulties encountered during the research process.
Specifies the research approach to be adopted.
Must be appropriate to test the study hypothesis or answer the research question.

Population to be Studied

The aggregate or totality of all objects, subjects, or members that conform to a specific set of specifications.
Must be defined to specify the group to which the results of a study can be applied.
It is seldom possible to study an entire population, unless it is particularly small.

Selecting and Defining the Problem

The research problem is essentially the problem statement.
The problem statement contains what will be examined by the researcher.
Considerations for selecting a research problem include its theoretical or clinical significance.

Reviewing the Literature

Good research builds on existing knowledge and theory.
A thorough literature review provides a foundation upon which to base new knowledge.
It helps researchers understand what is already known about the topic and guides future research activity.

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Test your knowledge of research problems, including their significance, benefits, and components. Learn how to articulate a problem statement and evaluate the importance of a research problem. Understand how research can contribute to change and benefit the population.