Question 1
0..2 pts
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
A nursing textbook on EBP
A biography of Florence Nightingale
An article on the results of an online survey
A systematic review of a study
Review: Types of Evidence
Chapter 5
Correct answer
Question 2
0..2 pts
Identify the type of hypothesis in the following statement.
“There is a positive relationship between the number of hours of sleep and improvement of
mood.”
Null
Causal
Directional
Nondirectional
Chapter 4 Types of Hypotheses
Correct answer
Question 3
0..2 pts
The following statement is an example of what component in a research study?
, “Nurse educators have had difficulty transitioning to a fully online study model during the
COVID-19 pandemic. ”
Research question
Research finding
Research hypothesis
Problem statement
A research problem is an area of concern when there is a gap in knowledge that requires a
solution.
Correct answer
Question 4
0..2 pts
Which of the following reasons is the most important reason for a nurse to develop
abilities needed to perform a research review and increase knowledge about a specific
topic?
The nurse can identify areas where more research is needed.
It provides the basis for informed EBP-based decision making.
A substantial review helps to focus on a research question.
A nurse needs to continue academic writing skills even in practice.
Review: Purpose of Finding Evidence
Chapter 5
Correct answer
Question 5
0..2 pts
Which strategy is most important in writing a relevant review of the literature?
Using direct quotes to present the majority of the information.
Including as many secondary sources as possible.
Analyzing the articles for strengths and weaknesses.
0..2 pts
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
A nursing textbook on EBP
A biography of Florence Nightingale
An article on the results of an online survey
A systematic review of a study
Review: Types of Evidence
Chapter 5
Correct answer
Question 2
0..2 pts
Identify the type of hypothesis in the following statement.
“There is a positive relationship between the number of hours of sleep and improvement of
mood.”
Null
Causal
Directional
Nondirectional
Chapter 4 Types of Hypotheses
Correct answer
Question 3
0..2 pts
The following statement is an example of what component in a research study?
, “Nurse educators have had difficulty transitioning to a fully online study model during the
COVID-19 pandemic. ”
Research question
Research finding
Research hypothesis
Problem statement
A research problem is an area of concern when there is a gap in knowledge that requires a
solution.
Correct answer
Question 4
0..2 pts
Which of the following reasons is the most important reason for a nurse to develop
abilities needed to perform a research review and increase knowledge about a specific
topic?
The nurse can identify areas where more research is needed.
It provides the basis for informed EBP-based decision making.
A substantial review helps to focus on a research question.
A nurse needs to continue academic writing skills even in practice.
Review: Purpose of Finding Evidence
Chapter 5
Correct answer
Question 5
0..2 pts
Which strategy is most important in writing a relevant review of the literature?
Using direct quotes to present the majority of the information.
Including as many secondary sources as possible.
Analyzing the articles for strengths and weaknesses.
