When validity of an instrument is determined, the nurse researcher assesses what? (Select all that apply.)
a. Stability
b. Variance
c. Accuracy
d. Precision
ANS: C, D
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Correct Accuracy refers to instrument validity.
Precision refers to instrument reliability.
Incorrect Stability refers to instrument reliability.
Variance refers to error.
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