Which statement, made by a research student, indicates understanding of the use of theoretical or conceptual frameworks in nursing research?
1. "A theoretical or conceptual framework is only necessary when conducting qualitative research."
2. "Theoretical and conceptual frameworks are not necessary for nursing research unless it is clinical research."
3. "A theoretical or conceptual framework is only necessary when conducting quantitative research."
4. "A theoretical or conceptual framework is always necessary when conducting either quantitative or qualitative research."
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Rationale 1: Quantitative research should also include a theoretical or conceptual framework.
Rationale 2: Nursing research should always include a theoretical framework whether or not the study pertains to clinical research.
Rationale 3: Qualitative research should also include a theoretical or conceptual framework.
Rationale 4: A framework for a research study helps to organize the study and provides a context for the interpretation of the study findings. Either a theoretical or a conceptual framework should be used in all nursing studies.
Global Rationale:
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