While Critiquing a Quantitative Research Study, the Nurse Is Curious

question 20

Multiple Choice

While critiquing a quantitative research study, the nurse is curious about the sample size. Which Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply.

• A) Does the study describe the population about whom results will be generalized?
• B) Are inclusion and exclusion criteria identified?
• C) Is the sample size appropriate to meet assumptions of the statistical tests?
• D) How are the rights of the participants protected?
• E) Is the sample representative of the population?

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