When using a grand theory for a research study, the researcher is aware the concepts and propositions are which of the following?
A) Simplistic
B) Amenable to testing
C) Lack operation definitions
D) Succinct and well defined
C
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A) Sigmoid colon B) Duodenum C) Appendix D) Pancreas
One of the greatest strengths of biophysiologic measures is their validity—they can be counted on to measure what they are supposed to be measuring
A) True B) False
A nurse is assessing an older adult patient with cardiovascular disease who has been prescribed a calcium channel blocker. Why does the nurse consider that the patient may be at risk for depression?
1. Use of a calcium channel blocker increases risk for depression. 2. Chronic illness increases risk for depression. 3. Older age increases risk for depression. 4. Cardiac rehabilitation increases risk for depression.
Newborns whose mothers are substance abusers frequently have which behaviors?
a. Hypothermia, decreased muscle tone, and weak sucking reflex b. Excessive sleep, weak cry, and diminished grasp reflex c. Circumoral cyanosis, hyperactive Babinski reflex, and constipation d. Decreased amounts of sleep, hyperactive Moro reflex, and difficulty feeding