The nurse researcher is conducting a study to help a nursing unit solve the problem of increased postprocedure infections in clients who have undergone transurethral prostatectomy. Which type of nursing research is this researcher conducting?
1. Basic research
2. Applied research
3. Quantitative research
4. Qualitative research
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Rationale 1: Basic research is conducted to develop, test, and refine theories and generate new knowledge.
Rationale 2: Applied research is directed toward generating knowledge that can be used in seeking solutions to current clinical problems, whereas basic research is conducted to generate new knowledge.
Rationale 3: Quantitative research is concerned with objectivity, tight controls over the research situation, and the ability to generalize findings. There is not enough information in this question to determine if this is a quantitative study.
Rationale 4: Qualitative research is concerned with the subjective meaning of experience to individuals. There is not enough information in this question to determine if this is a qualitative research study.
Global Rationale:
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a. "This is a sign of fatigue. The client would benefit from a daily nap." b. "Engage the client in scheduled activities throughout the day." c. "It sounds like this is difficult for you. I will consult the social worker." d. "The provider can prescribe a mild sedative for restlessness."
Which of the following choices is an acceptable and recommended method of noxious stimulation?
a. Nipple pinch b. Nail bed pressure c. Supraorbital pressure d. Sternal rub
The nurse is caring for an elderly person with a fractured hip who lives alone. The client may require which of the following types of care after discharge from the hospital?
A) transitional care B) nursing home care C) intermediate care D) retirement center
Critical thought is a(n)
a. disciplined, rational, and self-directed activity that uses standards and criteria. b. intuitive process that relies only on the nurse's experience. c. persuasive process leading to sound decisions. d. reactive process after an intervention is completed.