Intro to Research Quiz # 1

A nurse is involved in a research project that aims to improve the patient care of elderly individuals. The nurse conducts interviews, collects data, and analyzes results to find the best interventions. What role is this nurse playing in the research process?

• Research Collaborator

• Research Consumer

• Researcher

• Research Coordinator

A student nurse is asked to explain what nursing research is. Which of the following responses best reflects the correct definition of nursing research?

• It is a systematic inquiry designed to revise nursing theories.

• It is a systematic inquiry to develop trustworthy evidence about important nursing issues.

• It is the gathering of opinions from nurses to improve patient satisfaction.

• It is a method of developing new protocols for nurses to follow in clinical practice.

A nurse is reviewing literature to find the best evidence for managing diabetic foot ulcers. The nurse uses clinical expertise and patient preferences to implement this evidence in care. Which concept is this nurse applying?

• Quality improvement

• Research coordination

• Evidence-based practice

• Clinical research

A nurse is asked to participate on a study that investigates new interventions for wound care. The nurse's role is to ensure the clinical relevance of the study and assist with data collection. Which role is the nurse fulfilling?

• Research Collaborator

• Researcher

• Research Consumer

• Research Coordinator

Which of the following statements best describes evidence-based practice (EBP)?

• It is a practice focused solely on the preferences of healthcare providers.

• It is an interdisciplinary approach combining evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences.

• It emphasizes theoretical knowledge over practical applications.

• It solely relies on research findings to make clinical decisions.

A nurse leader is lobbying for more funding to conduct research on nurse-patient ratios and patient outcomes. What role is this nurse demonstrating?

• Research Coordinator

• Policy Developer

• Advocate

• Mentor

A nurse educator is teaching a group of nursing students how to read and critically appraise research articles for their clinical practice. What role is the educator fulfilling?

• Researcher

• Research Consumer

• Educator

• Mentor

A student nurse is preparing a research proposal aimed at improving health outcomes in rural communities. Which of the following is the primary purpose of nursing research?

• To ensure professional development for nurses

• To improve patient care

• To increase healthcare costs

• To develop new healthcare regulations

A nursing team is conducting research to support the development of a new hospital policy based on evidence of best practices in patient safety. What purpose of nursing research does this scenario represent?

• Advance nursing practice

• Enhance professional development

• Improve patient care

• Support health policy

A novice nurse researcher is being mentored through their first research study by an experienced researcher. What role does the experienced nurse play?

• Educator

• Research Collaborator

• Advocate

• Mentor