Why Do Nurses Who Do Not Conduct Research Need to Understand

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why do nurses who do not conduct research need to understand the nursing research process?

• A) To identify potential subjects for clinical research studies
• B) To assist as accurate data collectors in clinical research studies
• C) To teach patients and families the usefulness of consenting to participate in research
• D) To be able to evaluate nursing research reports for relevance to their own clinical practice

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system that handles voluntary control of body movements through control of skeletal muscles.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that produce and release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and sexual development and function.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and sending out information to the rest of the body.