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1. Which of the following is an example of applied
research in nursing?
a) A study that compares the effectiveness of different
types of wound dressings
b) A study that explores the lived experiences of patients
with chronic pain
c) A study that develops a new theory of nursing leadership
d) A study that evaluates the impact of a nursing
intervention on patient outcomes
Answer: D. Applied research aims to solve practical
problems and improve outcomes in real-world settings. A
study that evaluates the impact of a nursing intervention on
patient outcomes is an example of applied research in
nursing.
2. What is the difference between descriptive and
inferential statistics?
a) Descriptive statistics summarize data, while inferential
statistics test hypotheses
b) Descriptive statistics use samples, while inferential
statistics use populations
c) Descriptive statistics measure central tendency, while
inferential statistics measure variability
d) Descriptive statistics are qualitative, while inferential
statistics are quantitative
Answer: A. Descriptive statistics are used to summarize
and display data, such as mean, median, mode, frequency,
and graphs. Inferential statistics are used to test hypotheses
and draw conclusions about a population based on aÂÂ
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