A Researcher Has Just Completed a Study, Demonstrating the Effectiveness

question 3

Multiple Choice

A researcher has just completed a study, demonstrating the effectiveness of three daily servings of freshly pressed tomato juice for prevention of cancers of the gastrointestinal tract. The results were statistically significant at the p < 0.01 level. During interpretation, which of the following will the researcher employ?

• A)Examination of the results, in comparison with similar literature about fresh tomatoes and cancer, to decide whether the sum of all knowledge constitutes sufficient evidence for widespread generalization
• B)Exploration of the clinical significance of the findings, as opposed to the statistical significance
• C)Initiation of discussions with manufacturers of juice machines, so as to take advantage of the anticipated increase in sales
• D)Formation of some sort of conclusions, relative to the study findings and related literature
• E)Promulgation of the results to the popular media, so that as many people as possible in the world can advantage themselves of the intervention
• F)Recommendations for further studies on fresh tomato juice and its effects on health
• G)Consideration of implications related to nursing's body of knowledge

---

Definitions:

Motor Development

The progression of muscular coordination required for physical activities, ranging from simple to complex movements.

Drawing

The art or technique of producing images on a surface, usually paper, by making marks, often of ink, graphite, or chalk.

Personality Development

The growth and changes in an individual's personality over time, influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors.

Attachment Style

Patterns of expectations, needs, and emotions one has in interpersonal relationships, shaped early in life and influenced by relationships with caregivers.