Question 1
2.4 points
Question 2
1. Having a unique body of nursing knowledge is an expected outcome of nursing research.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 3
1. The best research evidence is the empirical knowledge generated from traditions and trial
and error.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 4
1. Characteristics of qualitative research include objective, statistical analysis, cause and
effect basis of nursing, and generalization.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 5
, 1. The evolution of nursing research dates back to Florence Nightingale. Her research
priorities were focused on:
a. diet and adequate nutrition for patients
b. organization and administration of hospitals
c. ventilation and cleanliness of wards
d. All of these are correct
2.4 points
Question 6
1. Nursing research priorities in the 21st century include all but:
a. Development of nursing diagnoses (NANDA)
b. Health promotion and the Healthy People Initiative
c. Reduction of risk to prevent harm to the patient
d. Use of evidence-based practice to reduce health care costs
2.4 points
Question 7
1. Which of the following is an example of a well-written research problem?
a. Education of individuals with diabetes using health coaches has not been studied.
b. Diabetes is increasing in prevalance. Education is provided mainly in hospitals and
provider offices. The use of health coaches and telehealth devices to improvement
compliance with treatment plans has not been evaluated in rural communities.
c. Diabetes is increasing across the nation. Methods to provide patient education to
increase adherence to treatment regimens needs to be studied.
d. The use of health coaches by third party payors is being implemented. The
effectiveness needs to be studied to determine if health care costs decrease.
2.4 points
Question 8
1. Research problems can be identified by all but:
a. clinical practice patient safety concerns
2.4 points
Question 2
1. Having a unique body of nursing knowledge is an expected outcome of nursing research.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 3
1. The best research evidence is the empirical knowledge generated from traditions and trial
and error.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 4
1. Characteristics of qualitative research include objective, statistical analysis, cause and
effect basis of nursing, and generalization.
True
False
2.4 points
Question 5
, 1. The evolution of nursing research dates back to Florence Nightingale. Her research
priorities were focused on:
a. diet and adequate nutrition for patients
b. organization and administration of hospitals
c. ventilation and cleanliness of wards
d. All of these are correct
2.4 points
Question 6
1. Nursing research priorities in the 21st century include all but:
a. Development of nursing diagnoses (NANDA)
b. Health promotion and the Healthy People Initiative
c. Reduction of risk to prevent harm to the patient
d. Use of evidence-based practice to reduce health care costs
2.4 points
Question 7
1. Which of the following is an example of a well-written research problem?
a. Education of individuals with diabetes using health coaches has not been studied.
b. Diabetes is increasing in prevalance. Education is provided mainly in hospitals and
provider offices. The use of health coaches and telehealth devices to improvement
compliance with treatment plans has not been evaluated in rural communities.
c. Diabetes is increasing across the nation. Methods to provide patient education to
increase adherence to treatment regimens needs to be studied.
d. The use of health coaches by third party payors is being implemented. The
effectiveness needs to be studied to determine if health care costs decrease.
2.4 points
Question 8
1. Research problems can be identified by all but:
a. clinical practice patient safety concerns
