When reviewing the report of a phenomenologic study, the nurse finds there is no section that describes or reports the research question. What approach should be used to determine the research question?
a. Examination of the themes that emerged from the study
b. Examination of the data analysis methods used in the study
c. Examination of the questions or statements posed to the study participants
d. Examination and critical analysis of the articles reported in the literature review
ANS: C
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A Themes do not provide information about the research question. They pertain to results of the study.
B Data analysis methods do not indicate the research question.
C Examination of questions posed to participants tells the reader what human phenomenon is of interest to the researcher.
D Research articles can provide insight into the topic but not the specific research question.
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