Which of the following studies would not be considered nursing research?
a. Assessing the knowledge base of caregivers of Alzheimer's patients
b. Developing innovative pin insertion techniques for fracture treatment
c. Evaluating the effectiveness of wound care in diabetic patients
d. Reviewing staff nurse retention policies in rural hospital settings
ANS: B
Nursing research involves direct or indirect generation of new knowledge. This research is applicable to biomedical and medical sciences.
Research focuses on important aspect of practice in assessing caregivers.
Research focuses on care/practice aspect of nursing.
Research focuses on cost and a quality-effectiveness approach to health care delivery.
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