Characteristics of a quantitative study include all of the ...

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Characteristics of a quantitative study include all of the following except:
 
  a. it clarifies underlying assumptions.
  b. it asks who, what, why, where, when, or how.
  c. it describes the relationship between variables.
  d. it is highly structured and controlled.

Question 2

Which of the following is the first step in the nursing research process?
 
  a. Data collection
  b. Refining an abstract idea
  c. Literature review
  d. Statistical analysis

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Answer to Question 1

A
The researcher develops a plan to collect data that includes the method, the necessary tools, the people designated to collect the data, and any training needed. A quantitative study asks the question who, what, why, where, when, or how and attempts to describe the relationship between one variable and another. A quantitative study plan is highly structured and controlled.

Answer to Question 2

B
Refining an abstract idea by developing a hypothesis is the first step in the nursing research process. Options a, c, and d occur later in the process.