In the literature report of a study on quality of life, the ...

[silviawilliams41]

In the literature report of a study on quality of life, the researcher describes two previous investigations suggesting that spirituality is related to quality of life. This information suggests that the current study is significant because it:
 
  a. addresses multidisciplinary concerns.
  b. builds on previous research.
  c. challenges existing theory.
  d. influences theology.

Question 2

In a research proposal, the investigator notes that written permission has been obtained from three local hospitals to access patients for the proposed study. This is an example of what aspect of a study?
 
  a. Ethics
  b. Feasibility
  c. Methodology
  d. Reliability

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
A significant study problem and purpose are based on previous research. In a research article, the introduction and literature review sections include relevant studies that provide a basis for a study.
The study does not appear to address multidisciplinary concerns. A significant study problem and purpose are based on previous research. In a research article, the introduction and literature review sections include relevant studies that provide a basis for a study.
There is no indication that the study will challenge existing theory. A significant study problem and purpose are based on previous research. In a research article, the introduction and literature review sections include relevant studies that provide a basis for a study.
From information given, it would be incorrect to conclude that the study influences theology. A significant study problem and purpose are based on previous research. In a research article, the introduction and literature review sections include relevant studies that provide a basis for a study.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The feasibility of a research problem and purpose is determined by examining the researcher's expertise; money commitment; availability of subjects, facilities, and equipment; and the study's ethical considerations.
Ethics should be at the core of any study, but is not determined by access to patients. The feasibility of a research problem and purpose is determined by examining the researcher's expertise; money commitment; availability of subjects, facilities, and equipment; and the study's ethical considerations.
The methodology is how the researcher plans the study and its analysis. The feasibility of a research problem and purpose is determined by examining the researcher's expertise; money commitment; availability of subjects, facilities, and equipment; and the study's ethical considerations.
The reliability of a study has to do with its methodology and is not dependent on access. The feasibility of a research problem and purpose is determined by examining the researcher's expertise; money commitment; availability of subjects, facilities, and equipment; and the study's ethical considerations.

[silviawilliams41]

Excellent

[hollysheppard095]

Gracias!