Question 1

Which term refers to consistency among a group of individuals when assessing readings of a measurement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Content validity 
B)  Intrarater reliability 
C)  Interrater reliability 
D)  Criterion-related validity 
A)  Content validity 
B)  Intrarater reliability 
C)  Interrater reliability 
D)  Criterion-related validity C

Question 2

Explain content analysis as a method of data collection.

Accepted Answer

Content analysis can be a variation on the use of existing data. Simply stated, content analysis comprises the quantitative analysis of message characteristics for the purpose of describing these messages in the media (e.g., television programs), in documentary data, or in other communications in an objective, systematic, and quantitative manner.

Question 3

Identify five general data collection methods.

Accepted Answer

The five general types of data collection methods include physiologic measurements, observational methods, interviews, questionnaires, and records or other types of existing data.

Question 4

Explain challenges related to data collection when using a mixed method research design.

Accepted Answer

When using a mixed method research desig

Question 5

Under which condition is use of a focus group most appropriate for data collection?

Accepted Answer

A)  Quick turnaround is necessary. 
B)  Multiple topics are being examined. 
C)  The research project is subject to minimal budget constraints. 
D)  Participants each require at least 1 hour for sharing their thoughts. 
A)  Quick turnaround is necessary. 
B)  Multiple topics are being examined. 
C)  The research project is subject to minimal budget constraints. 
D)  Participants each require at least 1 hour for sharing their thoughts.

Question 6

Data obtained by way of which data collection method requires analysis using qualitative methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rating scale 
B)  Visual analogue 
C)  Open-ended items 
D)  Physiologic measurements 
A)  Rating scale 
B)  Visual analogue 
C)  Open-ended items 
D)  Physiologic measurements

Question 7

The DNP researcher is collecting data related to hand hygiene practices among staff nurses in an emergency department setting. During the data collection process, the DNP researcher unobtrusively observes participants and does not interact with them. Which form of participant observation is the DNP researcher demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

A)  External participation 
B)  Passive participation 
C)  Balanced participation 
D)  Active participation 
A)  External participation 
B)  Passive participation 
C)  Balanced participation 
D)  Active participation

Question 8

Differentiate between reliability and validity in application to a research instrument.

Accepted Answer

Reliability refers to the instrument's c

Question 9

Define operationalization in the context of project variables.

Accepted Answer

Operationalization of variable

Question 10

Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using records or existing data for the purpose of data collection.

Accepted Answer

Advantages of using records or existing

Which term refers to consistency among a group of individuals when assessing readings of a measurement?

Explain content analysis as a method of data collection.

Identify five general data collection methods.

Explain challenges related to data collection when using a mixed method research design.

Under which condition is use of a focus group most appropriate for data collection?

Data obtained by way of which data collection method requires analysis using qualitative methods?

Differentiate between reliability and validity in application to a research instrument.

Define operationalization in the context of project variables.

Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using records or existing data for the purpose of data collection.

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Selecting a Methodology for Your Capstone Project

Designing a Clinically Based Quantitative Capstone Research Project

Designing a Clinically Based Qualitative Capstone Research Project

Designing a Clinically Based Mixed Method Capstone Research Project

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Data Analysis

Writing the Research Report for Potential Publication

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Exam 10: Data Collection

Which term refers to consistency among a group of individuals when assessing readings of a measurement?

Explain content analysis as a method of data collection.

Identify five general data collection methods.

Explain challenges related to data collection when using a mixed method research design.

Under which condition is use of a focus group most appropriate for data collection?

Data obtained by way of which data collection method requires analysis using qualitative methods?

Differentiate between reliability and validity in application to a research instrument.

Define operationalization in the context of project variables.

Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using records or existing data for the purpose of data collection.

The Importance of Research in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree

Developing the Researchable Problem

Conducting a Literature Review

Ethics in Clinical Research

Selecting a Methodology for Your Capstone Project

Designing a Clinically Based Quantitative Capstone Research Project

Designing a Clinically Based Qualitative Capstone Research Project

Designing a Clinically Based Mixed Method Capstone Research Project

Sampling

Issues Related to Survey Data Collection

Data Analysis

Writing the Research Report for Potential Publication

Reducing 30-Day Hospital Readmission of the Heart Failure Patient: an Evidence-Based Quality Improvement Project

A Community-Academic Collaboration to Have an Impact on Childhood Obesity

The Impact of Evidence-Based Design

The Lived Experience of Chronic Pain in Nurse Educators

Filters