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student77 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following components are usually included in a well-structured problem statement for nursing research? Select all that apply.

A) Knowledge gap (what information do we currently know and what is lacking?)
B) Problem identification (what is the overall problem? What is not working in the current situation?)
C) Proposed solution (how will information gained from the proposed study contribute to the solution of this problem?)
D) Sustainability (how long will we be able to sustain any changes made to the current status quo?)

Question 2

Select the reasons that critiquing research reports is a valuable skill for the nurse to develop. Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Most published research has serious flaws that should be considered.
2. This is a difficult skill to master and having the skill makes the nurse more marketable.
3. In order to use research evidence, the nurse must be able to determine if the research has value.
4. It is a fundamental skill of scholarship.
5. It helps the reader develop research skills.

ky860224 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C
Feedback:
Sustainability is not usually included in a well-structured problem statement for nursing research. Problem identification, a proposed solution, and a knowledge gap are components of a well-structured problem statement for nursing research.

Answer to Question 2

3,4,5
Rationale 1: There are published research studies with serious flaws, but the majority of studies have only minor issues or no issues at all.
Rationale 2: The skill does take time to master, but marketability is not the reason it is important.
Rationale 3: This is an essential consideration. The nurse must be able to independently decide if a study was done correctly so the determination of accuracy of implications can be made accurately.
Rationale 4: At its very basic level, this is a fundamental skill of scholarship. Nurses are struggling to be identified as professionals and in an independent profession, so achievement of these skills is important.
Rationale 5: This is a correct statement. Reading other's research and critiquing that research helps to build skills.