An alternative framework, representing a synthesis of 10 qualitative validity schemes by Whittemore and colleagues, proposed four primary criteria and six secondary criteria. What is integrity?
A) Researcher's critical appraisal of every research decision
B) Demonstrated by ongoing self-scrutiny to enhance the likelihood that interpretations are valid and grounded in the data
C) Ability to follow the researcher's decisions through careful demonstration
D) Involves rich and vivid descriptions
B
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a. Viral infection b. Fecal incontinence c. Neurological disease d. Chronic straining at stool e. Traumatic damage to the pelvis f. Poor tone of the pelvic musculature
The nurse clarifies to a new client in a rehabilitation center that "rehabilitation" means that the client will:
1. return to his previous level of functioning. 2. be counseled into a new career. 3. develop better coping skills to accept his disability. 4. attain the greatest degree of independence possible.
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a patient new to the unit. What would be the best way to phrase a question about the patient's marital status?
A) "Is your spouse living with you?" B) "Are you living with your spouse?" C) "Do you live alone or with someone?" D) "Are you married, divorced, or widowed?"
A researcher evaluates whether a tool addresses the major elements of the construct being studied. This helps to ensure
a. content validity. b. equivalence. c. internal consistency. d. readability level.