Author Question: Which of the following are the research variables in this study? (Select all that apply.) a. ... (Read 167 times)

mrsjacobs44 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following are the research variables in this study? (Select all that apply.)

a. Patient age
b. Verbal skills
c. Homelessness
d. Parental presence
e. Fear of separation from parents
f. Whether or not a child is homeless
g. Length of hospital stay

Question 2

In the following research question, what is the independent variable? Can diabetics on oral antiglycemic medications achieve better control of blood sugar, as measured by Hgb A1C, if they are taught to meditate and do this on a daily basis?

a. Oral antiglycemic medications
b. Hgb A1C
c. Meditation
d. Blood sugar

welcom1000 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, E, G
Research variables or concepts are the qualities, properties, or characteristics that are measured in qualitative studies and selected quantitative studies. Concrete concepts, such as temperature, weight, and blood pressure, are referred to as variables in a study; abstract concepts, such as creativity, empathy, and social support, are sometimes referred to as research concepts.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
An independent variable is a stimulus or activity that is manipulated or varied by the researcher to create an effect on the dependent variable. The independent variable is also called an intervention, treatment, or experimental variable. In this example, nausea and vomiting are dependent variables and guided imagery and relaxation techniques are independent variables.