Criteria for using a meta-analytic technique in a systematic review include:
A) The evidence among the studies is highly conflicting with many variables
B) The hypotheses vary in their predictions; both null and directional hypotheses are used
C) The number of studies can be varied from few to many
D) The independent variable and the dependent variable should be similar enough to merit integration
D
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Which of the following statements most accurately describes the difference between down time and response time?
1. Response time is the period of time when an information system is not operational and available for use whereas down time is the amount of time between a user action and the response from the information system. 2. Response time is the moment information is gleaned from the computer whereas down time is the period when the system is off. 3. Response time is the amount of time between a user action and the response from the information system whereas downtime refers to the period of time when an information system is not operational and available for use. 4. Response time occurs when the software is downloaded whereas down time refers to the period of time it takes for the software to activate.
A family systems theory that conceptualizes the family as an interactive emotional unit in which family members assume reciprocal family roles, develop automatic communication patterns, and react to each other in predictable,
connected ways, particularly when family anxiety is high, was created by a. Evelyn Duvall. b. Murray Bowen. c. McCubbin & McCubbin. d. Salvador Minuchin.
A patient has been prescribed propranolol (Inderal) for migraine headaches. The patient asks the nurse how the medication works. Select the nurse's most appropriate response for this medication's benefits
a. This medication can reduce the number and intensity of migraine attacks. b. This medication can abort an acute migraine attack. c. This medication is more effective in women than in men. d. This medication is especially useful in treating menstrual migraines.
A patient is thin, tense, jittery, and has dilated pupils. The patient says, "My heart is pounding in my chest. I need help." The patient allows vital signs to be taken but then becomes suspicious and says, "You could be trying to kill me."
The patient refuses further examination. Abuse of which substance is most likely? a. PCP b. Heroin c. Barbiturates d. Amphetamines