The nurse is reviewing nursing research literature related to a ...

[Chelseaamend]

The nurse is reviewing nursing research literature related to a potential practice problem on the nursing unit. What is the rationale for the nurse's action? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Nursing research ensures the nurse's promotion.
  b. Nursing research identifies new knowledge.
  c. Nursing research improves professional practice.
  d. Nursing research enhances effective use of resources.
  e. Nursing research leads to decreases in budget expenditures.

Question 2

Before conducting any study with human subjects, the nurse researcher must obtain informed consent. What must the nurse researcher ensure to obtain informed consent? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Gives complete information about the purpose
  b. Allows free choice to participate or withdraw
  c. Understands how confidentiality is maintained
  d. Identifies risks and benefits of participation
  e. Ensures that subjects complete the study

[Carissamariew]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D
Nursing research is a way to identify new knowledge, improve professional education and practice, and use resources effectively. Nursing research itself does not lead to a decrease in budget expenditures; however it does lead to using health care resources effectively. A promotion is not a direct result of nursing research.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, D
Informed consent means that research subjects (1) are given full and complete information about the purpose of a study, procedures, data collection, potential harm and benefits, and alternative methods of treatment; (2) are capable of fully understanding the research and the implications of participation; (3) have the power of free choice to voluntarily consent or decline participation in the research; and (4) understand how the researcher maintains confidentiality or anonymity. Completion of the study is not needed for informed consent.