Which of the following is a major source of ideas for research problems? Select all that apply
A) Theories or conceptual frameworks
B) Personal nursing experience
C) Nursing code of ethics
D) Nursing literature
A, B, D
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Common sources of ideas for nursing research problems are clinical experience, relevant literature, social issues, theory, and external suggestions. The nursing code of ethics is not a major source of ideas for research problems.
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