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Chapter 04: Theoretical Frameworks for Research
LoBiondo-Wood & Haber: Nursing Research:
Methods and Critical Appraisal forEvidence-
Based Practice, 9th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which phrase correctly defines a theory?
a. The operational definition of the study’s conceptual framework
b. The assumptions and beliefs of the worldview of the researcher
c. A set of interrelated concepts that provides a systematic view of a phenomenon
d. A researcher’s best guess of the direction of the relationship between variables
ANS: C
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A The operational definition of the study specifies how the findings will be
measured.
B The assumptions and beliefs of the worldview of the researcher is the paradigm or
philosophical framework of the researcher.
C A theory is a set of interrelated concepts that provides a systematic view of a
phenomenon.
D The researcher’s best guess of the direction of the relationship between variables
is a hypothesis.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge) REF: Page 77
2. In which way are theory and practice interrelated for the hospital-based nurse researcher?
a. Practice is the operational definition of theory.
b. Practice provides the opportunity to test theory.
c. Theory provides the evidence on which practice is based.
d. Theory generates questions that are used to refine practice.
ANS: B
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A Theory is abstract and is not operationally defined as practice.
B Practice environments provide settings in which to test theory.
C Theory is a guide for research, and research provides evidence for practice.
D Research helps to refine questions related to practice.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 80-81
3. Which nursing theory is classified as a Grand Nursing Theory?
a. Polk’s Theory of Resilience
b. Mishel’s Uncertainty in Illness Theory
, TEST BANK FOR NURSING RESEARCH 9TH EDITION BY LOBIONDO-WOOD
c. Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory
d. Im’s Theory of Caucasians’ Cancer Pain Experience
ANS: C
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Chapter 04: Theoretical Frameworks for Research
LoBiondo-Wood & Haber: Nursing Research:
Methods and Critical Appraisal forEvidence-
Based Practice, 9th Edition
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which phrase correctly defines a theory?
a. The operational definition of the study’s conceptual framework
b. The assumptions and beliefs of the worldview of the researcher
c. A set of interrelated concepts that provides a systematic view of a phenomenon
d. A researcher’s best guess of the direction of the relationship between variables
ANS: C
Feedback
A The operational definition of the study specifies how the findings will be
measured.
B The assumptions and beliefs of the worldview of the researcher is the paradigm or
philosophical framework of the researcher.
C A theory is a set of interrelated concepts that provides a systematic view of a
phenomenon.
D The researcher’s best guess of the direction of the relationship between variables
is a hypothesis.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Remembering (Knowledge) REF: Page 77
2. In which way are theory and practice interrelated for the hospital-based nurse researcher?
a. Practice is the operational definition of theory.
b. Practice provides the opportunity to test theory.
c. Theory provides the evidence on which practice is based.
d. Theory generates questions that are used to refine practice.
ANS: B
Feedback
A Theory is abstract and is not operationally defined as practice.
B Practice environments provide settings in which to test theory.
C Theory is a guide for research, and research provides evidence for practice.
D Research helps to refine questions related to practice.
DIF: Cognitive Level: Understanding (Comprehension) REF: Page 80-81
3. Which nursing theory is classified as a Grand Nursing Theory?
a. Polk’s Theory of Resilience
b. Mishel’s Uncertainty in Illness Theory
, TEST BANK FOR NURSING RESEARCH 9TH EDITION BY LOBIONDO-WOOD
c. Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory
d. Im’s Theory of Caucasians’ Cancer Pain Experience
ANS: C
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