Nurse researchers have predicted that a newly created mentorship ...

[jessicacav]

Nurse researchers have predicted that a newly created mentorship program will result in decreased absenteeism, increased retention, and decreased attrition among a hospital's nursing staff.
 
  Which of the following does this predicted relationship represent?
 
  A) Hypothesis
  B) Dependent variable
  C) Abstract
  D) Methodology

Question 2

An obstetrical nurse wishes to identify whether clients' perceptions of a high level of support from their partner is associated with a decreased length of the second stage of labor.
 
  Which type of quantitative research is most appropriate for this research question?
 
  A) Correlational research
  B) Descriptive research
  C) Quasi-experimental research
  D) Experimental research

[peter]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
A hypothesis is an expected statement of the relationship between variables in a study. In this study, the dependent variables are absenteeism, retention, and attrition while the independent variable is the mentorship program. The methodology of a study is the logistical framework that guides the planning and execution of the study. An abstract is a summary of a research study published in a journal.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Correlational quantitative research is used to examine relationships between two or more variables. In this case, the variables are perceptions of partner support and length of Stage 2 labor. There is no manipulation of the variables as there would be in an experimental or quasi-experimental study. The focus on the relationship between the two variables goes beyond simple description of events.

[jessicacav]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[gcook]

Excellent