Author Question: What are some advantages of using physiologic data collection methods? (Select all that apply.) ... (Read 112 times)

Garrulous · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

What are some advantages of using physiologic data collection methods? (Select all that apply.)

a. Objectivity
b. Precision
c. Flexibility
d. Inexpensive
e. Sensitivity

Question 2

A nurse researcher is designing a study examining the construct of anxiety. The researcher could operationalize anxiety through what? (Select all that apply.)

a. Vital signs readouts
b. Observation
c. Sweat-level measurements
d. Interview
e. Paper and pencil scale

Mollythedog · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, E

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Correct This is considered an advantage of the physiologic data collection method.
This is considered an advantage of the physiologic data collection method.
This is considered an advantage of the physiologic data collection method.
Incorrect Physiologic data collection methods are not known to be flexible.
Physiologic data collection methods may actually be quite expensive.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D, E

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Correct Changes in vital signs can indicate increased anxiety.
Observation could be used to identify specific behaviors often associated with anxiety.
Anxiety is associated with changes in sweat production.
Interviews of subjects could elicit subjective descriptions of anxiety.
Paper and pencil scales or instruments are available to address anxiety.
Incorrect