This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: When the nurse researcher demonstrates that an instrument is highly reliable, which type of error is ... (Read 62 times)

geoffrey

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 880
on: Jul 8, 2018
When the nurse researcher demonstrates that an instrument is highly reliable, which type of error is reduced?
 
  a. Random error
  b. Variance error
  c. Persistent error
  d. Systematic error

Question 2

An ear temperature probe that consistently reports body temperature at a degree lower than the patient's actual temperature has what type of reliability or validity problem?
 
  a. Reduced reliability, systematic error
  b. Reduced validity, random error
  c. Increased validity, systematic error
  d. Increased validity, random error


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

rachel

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Random error is connected with validity.
B Variance and error are connected as a research term, error variance, not the reverse; it is defined as variability in test scores.
C Persistent error is not a research term.
D Systematic error is connected with reliability.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A The instrument is systematically measuring temperature inaccurately.
B This response does not refer to random error.
C The validity of the instrument is not increased.
D The validity of the instrument is not increased.


geoffrey

  • Member
  • Posts: 880
Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

skipfourms123

  • Member
  • Posts: 343
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The tallest man ever known was Robert Wadlow, an American, who reached the height of 8 feet 11 inches. He died at age 26 years from an infection caused by the immense weight of his body (491 pounds) and the stress on his leg bones and muscles.

Did you know?

Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.

Did you know?

Street names for barbiturates include reds, red devils, yellow jackets, blue heavens, Christmas trees, and rainbows. They are commonly referred to as downers.

Did you know?

A cataract is a clouding of the eyes' natural lens. As we age, some clouding of the lens may occur. The first sign of a cataract is usually blurry vision. Although glasses and other visual aids may at first help a person with cataracts, surgery may become inevitable. Cataract surgery is very successful in restoring vision, and it is the most frequently performed surgery in the United States.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

A nurse shows empathy to a client. A nurse shows empathy to a client.
Prostate cancer. In this example, a large mass has grown into the urinary bladder. Prostate cancer i Prostate cancer. In this example, a large mass has grown into the urinary bladder. Prostate cancer i
One type of safety needle withdraws into a protective sheath when the injection is complete. One type of safety needle withdraws into a protective sheath when the injection is complete.
Chylomicron Chylomicrons are one type of lipoprotein Chylomicron Chylomicrons are one type of lipoprotein
Nurse using a stethoscope Nurse using a stethoscope
The components of the wild-type lac operon The components of the wild-type lac operon
Video: Electromagnetic Spectrum, Chlorophyll and Pigment & Light

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library