Author Question: What is the purpose of grounded theory? a. To expand the scope of nursing practice into areas ... (Read 81 times)

crazycityslicker · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

What is the purpose of grounded theory?

a. To expand the scope of nursing practice into areas formerly reserved for other disciplines
b. To provide an exhaustive description of how individuals or groups have experienced an event
c. To examine patterns of action and interaction between and among various types of social units
d. To identify precepts and mores common to all members of a distinct cultural or ethnic group

Question 2

When reviewing the report of a phenomenologic study, the nurse finds there is no section that describes or reports the research question. What approach should be used to determine the research question?

a. Examination of the themes that emerged from the study
b. Examination of the data analysis methods used in the study
c. Examination of the questions or statements posed to the study participants
d. Examination and critical analysis of the articles reported in the literature review

Kjones0604 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A Expanding research into other disciplines is not a focus of grounded theory.
B Phenomenology examines lived human experience.
C Grounded theorists are interested in social process and human interaction.
D Ethnographic studies examine cultural aspects.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

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A Themes do not provide information about the research question. They pertain to results of the study.
B Data analysis methods do not indicate the research question.
C Examination of questions posed to participants tells the reader what human phenomenon is of interest to the researcher.
D Research articles can provide insight into the topic but not the specific research question.