The nurse researcher is considering whether the findings of a project may present uncertain results in the clinical area. Upon which criteria is the researcher reflecting?
1. Significance
2. Researchability
3. Confidentiality
4. Variables
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Significance deals with whether the research problem has the potential to contribute to nursing science by enhancing nursing care.
Rationale 2: Researchability means that the problem can be subjected to scientific investigation. If a significant problem produces ambiguity or uncertainty in clinical situations, it may not be appropriate to research.
Rationale 3: Confidentiality is one of the research participant's rights.
Rationale 4: Quantitative research problems address relationships between independent and dependent variables.
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