What Is Exploratory-Descriptive Qualitative Research

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Multiple Choice

What is exploratory-descriptive qualitative research?

• A)Research that elicits the perceptions of participants to provide insights for understanding patients and groups
• B)Quantitative research that contains descriptions
• C)Research that contains elements of at least two other types of qualitative research
• D)Mixed methods research
• E)Studies that are guided by the philosophy of pragmatism with a focus on problem solving

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Definitions:

Organizational Flexibility

The ability of an organization to adapt and respond to changing conditions or opportunities in its internal and external environment.

Diversity

The inclusion of individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, genders, races, ages, abilities, and other unique attributes within a group or organization.

Cohesiveness

The degree to which members of a group or team are attracted to each other and motivated to stay in the group.

Cultural Relativism

The principle that an individual's beliefs and activities should be understood by others in terms of that individual's own culture.