The measures used by a nurse researcher to maintain uniformity of conditions in a quantitative research study refer to which aspect of the study?
a. Accuracy
b. Methods
c. Control
d. Validity
ANS: C
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A Accuracy refers to all aspects of a study systematically and logically following from the research question.
B Methods refers to sections of the research study that include sampling, data collection, and data analysis.
C Control is the term used for measures taken by the researcher to keep the conditions of a study uniform.
D Validity refers to the truthfulness or soundness of a study.
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