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tuffie

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on: Jul 8, 2018
Which statement about cross-sectional studies is most accurate?
 
  a. More than one group can be compared.
  b. Only descriptive data can be measured.
  c. Data are collected retrospectively rather than prospectively.
  d. Data collection and data analysis can occur simultaneously.

Question 2

A nurse researcher will choose to use a developmental study design to do what?
 
  a. Allow comparison of the results of qualitative studies of a phenomenon to the results of quantitative studies of the same phenomenon
  b. Allow reanalysis of existing data for a secondary purpose not stated in the original research
  c. Allow exploration of the changing nature of relationships between variables over time
  d. Allow development or refinement of a tool or instrument


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jomama

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

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A Cross-sectional design allows multiple group comparison.
B Cross-sectional analysis is not reserved for descriptive data.
C In cross-sectional design, data are collected across groups at one point in time.
D Data analysis would follow data collection in cross-sectional studies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Comparison of studies would be a component of the literature review.
B Reanalysis of existing data for a secondary purpose is the definition of secondary analysis.
C Developmental design permits exploration of the changing nature of relationships of variables over time.
D Development or refinement of a tool or instrument is the purpose of methodological research.


tuffie

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
:D TYSM

alexanderhamilton

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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