The research term that means that researchers would get similar results if they repeated their research is:
a. generalisability.
b. validity.
c. reliability.
d. repeatability.
ANS: C
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A) With partial capitulation syndrome B) With affective dysfunction disorder C) With bargaining D) With confusion
What are the connections between evidence-based practice and nursing research? (Select all that apply.)
a. Evidence-based care cannot be provided to patients without the nurse understanding something of research. b. A synthesis of current research within an area of nursing is used to improve care in that area. c. All patients with a given diagnosis should be cared for based solely on research knowledge. d. Nursing diagnosis and management depend on a practitioner's exploration of best research evidence. e. Nursing research provides evidence that allows us each to practice with the same style and capability.
A client with appendicitis in the emergency department is highly agitated and states that there is a great deal of pain. Which of the following interventions will the nurse plan to assist the client to achieve the outcome of decreased anxiety?
1. Assess pain levels every 2 hours and administer ordered medication 2. Administer pain medications when the client complains of pain 3. Distract the client with ambulation 4. Provide reading material to help distract the client
Managers who are perfectionists may rate personnel lower than they should and may compare how a staff nurse previously performed with how the staff nurse presently performs. This is called:
a. The halo effect b. The horns effect c. The contrast effect d. The proximity effect