Midterm Exam: NR503 / NR 503
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Population Health, Epidemiology &
Statistical Principles | Questions
and Verified Answers | 100% Correct
| Grade A - Chamberlain
Question:
What is the highest level of data findings? How is evidence appraised?
Answer:
Level one is the highest level and contains data from studies like systemic
reviews, and meta-analysis of random controlled trials (RCTs). Evidence-
based clinical practice guidelines are also included.
On the evidence pyramid, as you move up in levels, the more robust the
scientific methodologies are in terms of less bias, more quality and stronger in
evidence.
,Question:
Nurse sensitive indicators of quality
Answer:
Clinical quality, utilization of healthcare, resources, core business processes,
customer satisfaction
Question:
What factors determine quality of care?
Answer:
Effectiveness, patient safety, timeliness, and patient centeredness.
Question:
How is a websites credibility determined?
Answer:
Check the credentials of the author, articles contain references and citations,
there's links to, and from other websites that show that the site as well,
respected, provides a useful set of frequently asked questions and/or facts,
ensure that the website is going to other credible sources
, Question:
Levels of data findings - High to Low
Answer:
1- systemic reviews, meta-analysis of RCTs, evidence based clinical practice
guidelines
2- one or more RCTs
3- Controlled trials (no randomization)
4- Case-control or cohort study
5- Systematic review of descriptive and qualitative studies
6- Single descriptive or qualitative study
7- Expert opinion
Question:
How evidence is appraised
Answer:
Evidence is appraised based on its level of hierarchy.
Question:
cohort study
Answer:
A type of epidemiologic study where a group of exposed individuals
(individuals who have been exposed to the potential risk factor) and a group
of non-exposed individuals are followed over time to determine the incidence
of disease
