A major purpose of constructing a frequency distribution with sample data is to:
a. Estimate a population parameter
b. Test a research hypothesis
c. Get an organized view of an entire set of scores
d. Get experience with statistical software
C
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Which of the following statements best explains the continued incidence of infectious disease in the United States today?
a. Illness theory explains that there are many causes of illness resulting from environmental conditions. b. No single theory adequately explains why a particular person gets a particular illness at a particular time. c. The germ theory explains that a specific infection is caused solely by the invasion of particular bacteria. d. The theory of susceptibility states that an individual only gets ill when there is extensive stress in his or her life.
The nursing instructor is discussing quadriplegia with the senior nursing students. The instructor explains that goals for a quadriplegic patient might include what?
A) Maintenance of skin integrity B) Improved nutritional status C) Maintenance of socialization D) Prevention of neurologic deterioration
The nurse is completing an admission assessment. The assessment form allows for the separation of subjective and objective data. Which data is considered subjective?
A. The client appears nervous during the data collection period. B. The client's mother informs the nurse that her daughter has not been sleeping due to pain. C. Abdominal assessment reveals a firm, hard abdomen. D. The client states, "I have pain in my belly that is 7 out of 10." E. The client is weak and looks pale.
Which of the following is an example of a complementary and alternative form of treatment or medicine?
a. Herbal medicines b. Sterile dressing changes c. Pain medications d. Influenza (flu) vaccine