The nurse has identified a research problem. What is the next step for this student?
a. Conduct a literature review.
b. Address ethical procedures.
c. Collect data. d.
Analyze data.
ANS: A
The research process involves many different components. The literature review is conducted after a research problem is identified. Ethical procedures must be addressed before the study begins. Data are then collected and analyzed before discussion of the research results.
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