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Jun 6, 2026

What is “attrition” in a research study?

A. The process of data collection.
B. The loss of participants over the course of a study.
C. The method of data analysis.
D. The ethical approval process.
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Jun 6, 2026

A nurse is evaluating an article for evidence-based practice. The article describes a systematic review. What is the hierarchy of evidence for a systematic review?

A. Lower than a single RCT
B. Equivalent to a case study
C. Higher than a single RCT
D. Lower than expert opinion
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

Which type of research question is best suited for a quantitative study?

A. What are the lived experiences of patients with heart failure?
B. How does a new intervention affect patient outcomes?
C. How do nurses perceive teamwork in the ICU?
D. What is the meaning of recovery for stroke survivors?
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Jun 6, 2026

What is the primary purpose of a “literature review” in a research study?

A. To present the study's findings.
B. To identify gaps in existing knowledge and provide context for the current study.
C. To describe the research methodology.
D. To list all sources cited in the study.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

A study’s findings are described as “generalizable.” What does this mean?

A. The study had a very small sample size.
B. The results can be applied to a broader population or setting.
C. The research design was flawed.
D. The study was conducted in a laboratory setting.
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026
nmdcat.online BS Nursing
Jun 6, 2026

Before conducting a research study, a researcher must obtain “assent” from children participants. What does “assent” mean in this context?

A. The child's legal guardian provides permission.
B. The child formally signs the consent form.
C. The child expresses agreement to participate, often verbally or through simple acknowledgment, in addition to parental consent.
D. The child fully understands the complex details of the study.
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Jun 6, 2026
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