NURSING DL-F, Applied Nursing Research Quiz 9 Latest Questions and Answers

• Question 1 7 out of 7 points What is a recursive model in path analysis? Selected Answer: C. A model in which the hypothesized causal flow is unidirectional Answers: A. A model that allows for reciprocity of causation B. A model that cannot be tested using structural equations modeling C. A model in which the hypothesized causal flow is unidirectional D. A model in which there are no endogenous variables • Question 2 7 out of 7 points A researcher tested the hypothesis that clients in the ICU who were administered a silicone border foam dressing would be less likely than those without the dressing to experience incontinence-associated dermatitis. Which statistical test might the researcher use? Selected Answer: D. A chi-square test Answers: A. An independent group t-test B. A Kruskal-Wallis test C. A Friedman test D. A chi-square test • Question 3 7 out of 7 points Which criterion is used to solve equations in a standard regression analysis? Selected Answer: B. A least squares criterion Answers: A. A residual criterion B. A least squares criterion C. A maximum likelihood criterion D. A predictive criterion