A nurse researcher desires to conduct an experimental research study. Which of the following subjects best lends itself to this process?

A nurse researcher desires to conduct an experimental research study. Which of the following subjects best lends itself to this process? a. The effects of therapeutic touch on a geriatric client with Alzheimer's disease b. Using humour as an intervention with patients in a sample group who are recovering from orthopedic surgery c. Determining the blood pressure patterns of a patient who recently had a cerebrovascular accident (i.e., stroke) d. Ranking three nursing diagnoses for a newly admitted patient with diabetes mellitus - correct answers--d. Ranking three nursing diagnoses for a newly admitted patient with diabetes mellitus Setting priorities in nursing diagnoses for patient care is an example of using the nursing process. A nurse researcher distributed an explanatory information sheet to subjects solicited for participation in her study. Which ethical principle for guiding research did this researcher use? a. Protection of subjects b. Freedom from harm c. Confidentiality d. Informed consent - correct answers--As a component of informed consent, full and complete information is provided to research subjects about the purpose of the study, procedures, data collection, potential harm and benefits, and alternative methods of treatment. As nurses move forward in their education, different roles may be assumed with regard to research. What is the expected research role for the baccalaureate-prepared student nurse? a. Assume the role of a clinical expert. b. Collaboratively investigate patient outcomes and nursing care. c. Develop methods of inquiry relevant to nursing. d. Acquire funding for research projects. - correct answers--b. Collaboratively investigate patient outcomes and nursing care. Student nurses with a baccalaureate degree are prepared to participate in investigations of patient outcomes and nursing care, commonly called quality assurance or improvement studies