NURS 4325 Nursing Research QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATED | 100% CORRECT
Three research methods
quantitative, qualitative, and outcome research method
Quantitative Research
is a formal, objective, systematic process in which numerical data are used to obtain information
about the world while holding the position that "truth" is absolute and that a single reality can be
defined by careful measurement.
Qualitative Research
is a systematic, subjective approach used to describe life experiences and situations and give
them meaning. This research method evolved from the behavioral and social sciences as a
method of understanding the unique, dynamic and holistic nature of humans.
Descriptive research
explores new areas of research and describes situations as they exist in the world- it is
quantitative
Correlational research
examines relationships and is conducted to develop and refine explanatory knowledge for
nursing practice - it is quantitative.
Quasi-experimental and experimental
,studies that determine the effectiveness of nursing interventions in predicting and controlling the
outcomes desired for patients and families - it is quantitative.
Phenomenological research
is an inductive descriptive approach used to describe an experience as it is lived by an individual.
it is qualitative
Grounded theory research
is an inductive technique used to formulate, test, and refine a theory about a particular
phenomena it is qualitative
Exploratory- descriptive research
conducted to address an issue or prblem in need of a solution or understanding with the intent of
descirbing the topic of interest and promoting understanding.
Historical research
a narrative description or analysis of events that occured in a remote or recent past
Ethnographic research
developed by the anthropologist and requires an in-depth study of members of a culture.
Outcomes research
focuses on examining the results of care and determining the changes in health status for the
patient.
Evidence based guidelines
,rigorous, explicit clinical guidelines that have been developed based on the best research
evidence available.
Strategies used to synthesize research evidence
systematic review, meta analysis, meta-synthesis, mixed methods systematic review
What does "research" mean?
to search again or examine carefully
What is the definition of "nursing research"?
a scientific process that validates and refines existing knowledge and generates new knowledge
that directly and indirectly influences nursing practice.
How is knowledge acquired in nursing?
tradition, authority, borrowing from other disciplines, trial and error, personal experience, role
modeling, intuition, reasoning, and nursing research.
What is quantitative research?
a formal, objective, systematic process in which numerical data are used to obtain information
about the world.
What is qualitative research?
a systematic, subjective approach to research that is used to describe life experiences and
situations and give them meaning.
What are the major categories of qualitative research?
, phenomenological, grounded theory, ethnographic, exploratory-descriptive, and historical
research
What are the four major categories of quantitative research?
descriptive, correlational, quasi-experimental, experimental
What is a systematic review?
a structured, comprehensive synthesis of the research literature to determine the best research
evidence available to address a healthcare question.
Which two types of articles review and synthesize qualitative research studies?
Meta-synthesis and mixed-methods systematic review.
What are evidence-based guidelines?
rigorous, explicit clinical guidelines developed based on the best research evidence available in
that area. They are created for health care professionals to use for making decisions in clinical
practice.
What is the role of the BSN in research functions?
To locate and critically appraise studies, evidence based guidelines, protocols, and policies with
assistance. Use best research evidence in practice with guidance. Assist with problem
identification and data collection.
What is the role of the MSN in research functions?
ANSWERS | 2026 UPDATED | 100% CORRECT
Three research methods
quantitative, qualitative, and outcome research method
Quantitative Research
is a formal, objective, systematic process in which numerical data are used to obtain information
about the world while holding the position that "truth" is absolute and that a single reality can be
defined by careful measurement.
Qualitative Research
is a systematic, subjective approach used to describe life experiences and situations and give
them meaning. This research method evolved from the behavioral and social sciences as a
method of understanding the unique, dynamic and holistic nature of humans.
Descriptive research
explores new areas of research and describes situations as they exist in the world- it is
quantitative
Correlational research
examines relationships and is conducted to develop and refine explanatory knowledge for
nursing practice - it is quantitative.
Quasi-experimental and experimental
,studies that determine the effectiveness of nursing interventions in predicting and controlling the
outcomes desired for patients and families - it is quantitative.
Phenomenological research
is an inductive descriptive approach used to describe an experience as it is lived by an individual.
it is qualitative
Grounded theory research
is an inductive technique used to formulate, test, and refine a theory about a particular
phenomena it is qualitative
Exploratory- descriptive research
conducted to address an issue or prblem in need of a solution or understanding with the intent of
descirbing the topic of interest and promoting understanding.
Historical research
a narrative description or analysis of events that occured in a remote or recent past
Ethnographic research
developed by the anthropologist and requires an in-depth study of members of a culture.
Outcomes research
focuses on examining the results of care and determining the changes in health status for the
patient.
Evidence based guidelines
,rigorous, explicit clinical guidelines that have been developed based on the best research
evidence available.
Strategies used to synthesize research evidence
systematic review, meta analysis, meta-synthesis, mixed methods systematic review
What does "research" mean?
to search again or examine carefully
What is the definition of "nursing research"?
a scientific process that validates and refines existing knowledge and generates new knowledge
that directly and indirectly influences nursing practice.
How is knowledge acquired in nursing?
tradition, authority, borrowing from other disciplines, trial and error, personal experience, role
modeling, intuition, reasoning, and nursing research.
What is quantitative research?
a formal, objective, systematic process in which numerical data are used to obtain information
about the world.
What is qualitative research?
a systematic, subjective approach to research that is used to describe life experiences and
situations and give them meaning.
What are the major categories of qualitative research?
, phenomenological, grounded theory, ethnographic, exploratory-descriptive, and historical
research
What are the four major categories of quantitative research?
descriptive, correlational, quasi-experimental, experimental
What is a systematic review?
a structured, comprehensive synthesis of the research literature to determine the best research
evidence available to address a healthcare question.
Which two types of articles review and synthesize qualitative research studies?
Meta-synthesis and mixed-methods systematic review.
What are evidence-based guidelines?
rigorous, explicit clinical guidelines developed based on the best research evidence available in
that area. They are created for health care professionals to use for making decisions in clinical
practice.
What is the role of the BSN in research functions?
To locate and critically appraise studies, evidence based guidelines, protocols, and policies with
assistance. Use best research evidence in practice with guidance. Assist with problem
identification and data collection.
What is the role of the MSN in research functions?
