The nurse's research is designed to generate a new theory. What ...

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The nurse's research is designed to generate a new theory. What research approach has this nurse most likely chosen?
 
  1. Deductive using quantitative research methods.
  2. Inductive using quantitative research methods.
  3. Deductive using qualitative research methods.
  4. Inductive using qualitative research methods.

Question 2

The nurse is creating a weight-reduction teaching plan for a client who has a BMI of 42 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. In which order should the nurse implement the contents of this plan?
 
  1. Set realistic goals.
  2. Raise awareness of healthy behaviors.
  3. Explain relapse as an opportunity to try again.
  4. Identify strategies that support healthy behavior.
  5. Further clarify values in relation to the health behavior.
  6. Identify unhealthy behavior triggers and ways to reduce them.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Generally speaking, theory testing uses a deductive approach and applies quantitative research methods. Theory generation uses an inductive approach and is the result of qualitative research. Inductive approach using quantitative research methods and deductive approach using qualitative research methods are not as commonly used in theory generation.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2, 5, 6, 1, 4, 3

In the first stage of precontemplation (1) the nurse raises the client's awareness of healthy behaviors. In the contemplation stage (2) the nurse helps the client further clarify his or her values in relation to the health behavior. In the preparation stage (3) the nurse helps the client identify stimuli that trigger unhealthy behavior and consider ways to remove or minimize those stimuli. In the action stage (4) the nurse helps the client set realistic goals. In the maintenance stage (5) the nurse identifies and encourages strategies that support healthy behavior. In the termination stage (6) the nurse should review the role of relapse as an opportunity to try again.