NR 505 Week 6 Discussion: Statistical and Clinical
Significance
The difference between statistically significant results and clinical significance is
very interesting. For this discussion, respond to each of the following topics.
Distinguish between statistical and clinical significance of results.
Would it be possible to have research study results that supported the
acceptance of the null hypothesis and demonstrate clinical significance?
Provide a hypothetical example that supports your answer.
If you question the credibility of the results from a qualitative study, would
the information have clinical significance for your practice area? Why or
why not? Provide a hypothetical example that supports your answer.
Dr. Pat and class,
Significance
The difference between statistically significant results and clinical significance is
very interesting. For this discussion, respond to each of the following topics.
Distinguish between statistical and clinical significance of results.
Would it be possible to have research study results that supported the
acceptance of the null hypothesis and demonstrate clinical significance?
Provide a hypothetical example that supports your answer.
If you question the credibility of the results from a qualitative study, would
the information have clinical significance for your practice area? Why or
why not? Provide a hypothetical example that supports your answer.
Dr. Pat and class,
