During Critical Appraisal of the Credibility of a Research Study

question 5

Multiple Choice

During critical appraisal of the credibility of a research study, the nurse practitioner (NP) student considers which information?

• A) Evidence of conflict of interest
• B) Control of extraneous variables
• C) Clarity of reported results
• D) Selection of sampling procedure

Compare and contrast different theories and models of memory, including decay theory, interference theory, and the Atkinson-Shiffrin model.

Know the classifications and functionalities of different types of memory, such as declarative, procedural, episodic, and semantic memory.

Identify strategies to minimize interference and enhance retention, including overlearning and elaboration.

Understand the concept and examples of verbal aggression.

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Definitions:

Social Structures

The organized set of social institutions and patterns of institutionalized relationships that together compose society.

Positions

The roles, stances, or locations individuals or groups occupy within social, cultural, or political contexts.

Functional Explanation

An approach that explains social phenomena in terms of the functions they serve for a society or an organism.

Prestige

Social esteem, regard, or respect accorded by members of a society to individuals, jobs, or items based on perceived quality or merit.