Which statement best represents a core principle of participatory and action research?

Question

A) Community members and the researchers should strive to achieve mutual goals.
B) The community health nurse for the research project determines the research agenda.
C) The process should be laissez faire and empower the participation of a wide range of community members.
D) The relationship between health care experts and community members must be kept confidential.

Answer 1

Ans: A
The six core principles of participatory and action research are as follows: the participants in the research project determine the research agenda; the research project should benefit the community as a whole and allow community members to make informed decisions and act collectively; the relationship between health care experts and community members should be a collaborative effort based on the principles of shared dialogue; community members should have access to all information and knowledge from which they might normally be excluded; the process should be democratic and empower the participation of a wide range of community members; and community members and the researchers should strive to achieve mutual goals.