A researcher performs a study of how many nurses are assigned to a nursing floor on the basis of total square feet of the unit, correlating this with injury, fatigue, patient assignment, patient acuity, and length of employment
Which of the following are true regarding the type of quantitative data analysis used by the researcher? (Select all that apply.)
a. The type of quantitative data analysis guides the study objectives and hypotheses.
b. The type of quantitative data analysis is determined by the level of measurement of data.
c. The type of quantitative data analysis determines the research design.
d. The type of quantitative data analysis should include some sort of numerical analysis.
e. The kind of data that will be collected is determined by the type of analysis chosen.
ANS: B, D
Planning data analysis is the final step before the study is implemented. The analysis plan is based on (1) the research objectives, questions, or hypotheses; (2) the data to be collected; (3) research design; (4) researchers' expertise; and (5) availability of computer resources. Several statistical analysis techniques are available to describe the sample, examine relationships, or determine significant differences within studies. Most researchers consult a statistician for assistance in developing an analysis plan.
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