The National Institute for Nursing Research (NINR) establishes research priorities. Which option reflects a study that meets the current mission of the NINR?
1. The effect of nurse-led community education on the prevalence of heart disease
2. The number of students entering nursing programs
3. The efficacy of a specific medication therapy for congestive heart failure
4. The job satisfaction level of currently employed nurses
Question 2
Research is important to the nursing profession for many reasons. What is the ultimate goal of nursing research?
1. Document the cost-effectiveness of nursing care.
2. Ensure credibility of the nursing profession.
3. Promote evidence-based practice in nursing.
4. Provide accountability for the nursing profession.