The nurse researcher will use descriptive statistics for a ...

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The nurse researcher will use descriptive statistics for a research project that has been assigned. A characteristic of descriptive statistics is that:
 
  1. They can answer specific questions.
  2. They can generate theories.
  3. They allow the investigator to draw conclusions.
  4. They are the starting point for the formation of a research question.

Question 2

The nurse has received the shift change report on infants born within the previous 4 hours. Which newborn should the nurse see first?
 
  1. 37-week male, respiratory rate 45
  2. 8 pound 1 ounce female, pulse 150
  3. Term male, grunting respirations
  4. 4-hour-old female who has not voided

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Inferential statistics answer specific questions.
Rationale 2: Inferential statistics generate theories.
Rationale 3: Inferential statistics allow the investigator to draw conclusions.
Rationale 4: Descriptive statistics are the starting point for the formation of a research question.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: A normal respiratory rate is 3060 breaths/min. This infant has no unexpected findings.
Rationale 2: A normal pulse is 110160 beats/min. This infant has no unexpected findings.
Rationale 3: Grunting respirations are an indication of respiratory distress. This infant needs further assessment, and possibly intervention, immediately.
Rationale 4: Most infants void within the first 24 hours of life, but this is not a life-threatening condition.

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