Which study characteristic would indicate that a grounded theory approach, rather than a phenomenologic approach, was used?
a. Data were collected by more than one person.
b. Participants reviewed and evaluated the transcripts for accuracy.
c. The focus was on the process elements of the phenomenon.
d. It studied a lived human experience.
ANS: C
Feedback
A Collection of data by more than one person is a characteristic of many types of study.
B Checking of participants' transcripts for accuracy is used in many types of qualitative study.
C Grounded theory focuses on identifying the process elements of a phenomenon, not only on describing the phenomenon.
D All types of qualitative study including phenomenology are focused on lived human experience.
You might also like to view...
A client complains of itching, runny nose, and wheezing after the first dose of an antibiotic. The appropriate nursing actions include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Stop the infusion immediately 2. Ensure patent airway 3. Check vital signs 4. Monitor condition changes 5. Administer an antidote
There is substantial unrest among the staff of an intensive care unit that has resulted in negative client outcomes. Which employee factors should the manager assess first?
1. Motivation and ability to be effective in the job 2. The age of employees and their social background 3. Gender and educational preparation of staff 4. Experience base of employees and their attitude toward the job
Elderly patients may need more support when facing a diagnosis of cancer than younger patients, because elders:
A) Have a more pessimistic outlook on life. B) Have less faith in medicine. C) May only know about persons who were diagnosed with cancer years ago when treatment options were more limited. D) May not realize that a cancer diagnosis is often mistaken.
For most women, mammography should be started at age ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word