[Solved] NURS 5366 Module 3 week 3 quiz 3

NURS 5366 Module 3 week 3 quiz 3 Review Test Submission: Module 3 Quiz Content Question 1 To improve consistency in data collection the researcher should: Question 2 A researcher evaluates scores of a paper and pencil instrument with variables at the interval level of data using the Cronbach’s alpha coefficient statistical procedure. This is a test of: Response Feedback: page 373 Question 3 Which of the following is NOT a physiological measures? Question 4 Why are convenience samples used so frequently in nursing research, when a random sample would allow for greater generalizability? Question 5 A researcher develops a 7-point Likert scale to evaluate feelings of well-being in patients who are undergoing chemotherapy. The researcher administers this measure to other, similar patients in several medical centers. This is done in order to: Question 6 The quantitative researcher collects many pieces of quantitative data as words, not numbers. Prior to statistical analysis, all of the data pieces must be coded. What does this mean? Question 7 In a pilot study to help train a group of data collectors who will evaluate children’s pain using a FACES rating scale, the researcher examines the reliability of the scores of each data collector. This is an example of which type of reliability measure? Question 8 A researcher is studying the effect of hypnosis on pain experienced during dental procedures. The researcher’s study has two groups: those who receive hypnosis during the procedure and those who receive no hypnosis. If the researcher plans to use a t-test for the statistical analysis, which would be the best way to measure pain for this study? Question 9 A researcher performs a series of pilot studies to evaluate whether a measurement tool produces consistent results. This is an evaluation of: Question 10 A researcher administers a scale measuring self-confidence and one measuring self-doubt to a group of subjects and performs a correlational analysis of the results. This is a test of validity from: Question 11 Which of the following constructs would be appropriate to measure with a visual analogue scale? Question 12 A researcher studying depression in relation to five predictor variables decides to include five more variables in the study because the literature reveals that they may also be involved in depression. Consequently, the researcher will do which of the following? Question 13 A researcher attempted to recruit all 150 of the patients seen in the emergency department in a three-month period for diverticulitis, but only 120 consented to participate. What is the sample size? Question 14 What is the purpose of completing a pilot study? Question 15 A researcher evaluates whether a tool addresses the major elements of the construct being studied. This helps to ensure: Question 16 A researcher consented 75 subjects, but 15 dropped out of the study while it was still in progress. What was the sample attrition rate? Question 17 A researcher develops a new instrument to measure coping skills and conducts a pilot study to compare the new tool with an existing tool that measures this concept. This is an example of evidence of validity from: Question 18 “To be considered eligible for the study, subjects had to be older than 21 years of age, hold a valid state driver’s license, and be able to fire a shotgun.” This is an example of which of the following? Question 19 Using a table of random numbers, the sample of 400 subjects was selected from the list of the license numbers of all registered nurses in the state of Michigan. Each nurse was sent a letter requesting completion of an online survey on workplace bullying. This is an example of what type of sampling method? Question 20 An outpatient being treated in the infusion center for thalassemia is asked to fill out a form about satisfaction with the center, while he waits for his appointment. The form consists of five questions, each a statement, with six possibilities after it: Strongly Agree, Agree, Slightly Agree, Slightly Disagree, Disagree, and Strongly Disagree. This is an example of which of the following?