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What is the “p-value” in statistical hypothesis testing?

A. The probability that the alternative hypothesis is true.
B. The probability of obtaining observed results (or more extreme) if the null hypothesis is true.
C. The effect size of the intervention.
D. The sample size.
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Jun 6, 2026

A nurse is developing a research question using the PICO format. What does “C” represent?

A. Complications
B. Control
C. Comparison
D. Current
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Jun 6, 2026

What is the purpose of “random sampling” in research?

A. To make the study easier to conduct.
B. To ensure that every member of the population has an equal chance of being selected, increasing representativeness.
C. To select participants based on specific characteristics.
D. To reduce the cost of research.
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Jun 6, 2026

What is a “cohort study”?

A. A study that follows a group of individuals over time to observe the development of a disease or outcome.
B. A study that compares individuals with a disease to those without.
C. A study that collects data at a single point in time.
D. An experimental study with random assignment.
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What is the meaning of “clinical significance” in the context of a new drug’s effectiveness?

A. The drug has a statistically significant effect.
B. The drug's effect is large enough to be meaningful and beneficial in real-world patient care.
C. The drug is safe for all patients.
D. The drug is approved by regulatory bodies.
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Jun 6, 2026

What is the “null hypothesis”?

A. A statement that predicts a relationship between variables.
B. A statement that there is no relationship or difference between variables.
C. The researcher's personal opinion.
D. The main finding of the study.
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What is the ethical principle of “non-maleficence”?

A. To do good and maximize benefits.
B. To do no harm or minimize harm.
C. To treat all participants fairly.
D. To respect participants' autonomy.
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Which statistical test is commonly used to compare the means of two groups?

A. ANOVA
B. Chi-square test
C. T-test
D. Regression analysis
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Jun 6, 2026

What is “selection bias” in research?

A. Errors in data analysis.
B. A systematic difference between the participants selected for a study and the target population, or between treatment groups.
C. A researcher's personal opinion.
D. The difficulty in recruiting participants.
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Jun 6, 2026

A nurse needs to quickly access the most current evidence to guide a critical clinical decision. Which resource would be most appropriate for an urgent information need?

A. A peer-reviewed journal article from 5 years ago.
B. A textbook chapter from 10 years ago.
C. A clinical practice guideline based on recent systematic reviews.
D. An anecdotal report from a colleague.
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Jun 6, 2026

In the context of a drug trial, what does “adverse event reporting” primarily contribute to in nursing research?

A. Patient recruitment
B. Research funding
C. Post-market surveillance and drug safety profiles
D. Data analysis complexity
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Jun 6, 2026

What is the “independent variable” in a study investigating the effect of different dosages of a pain medication on patient-reported pain scores?

A. Patient-reported pain scores
B. Different dosages of pain medication
C. Patient age
D. Gender of patients
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Jun 6, 2026

A nurse is reading a qualitative study and sees that the researchers ensured “dependability.” What does dependability refer to?

A. The ability to generalize findings to other settings.
B. The consistency of the findings over time and across researchers.
C. The accuracy of the interpretations.
D. The relevance of the study to clinical practice.
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Jun 6, 2026

What is “observer bias” in research?

A. Participants behaving differently because they know they are being watched.
B. The researcher's expectations or preconceived notions unintentionally influencing the observation or interpretation of data.
C. The loss of participants from a study.
D. Errors in statistical calculation.
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Jun 6, 2026

What is the primary purpose of a “research proposal”?

A. To publish the final findings.
B. To outline the plan for a research study for approval and funding.
C. To analyze the data.
D. To present the study's conclusions.
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