Which Critical Appraisal Question Would Evaluate the Applicability to Nursing

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which critical appraisal question would evaluate the applicability to nursing practice of a research report?

• A) Would it be possible to replicate this study in another clinical setting?
• B) Are the results of each hypothesis or research question presented and presented objectively?
• C) Did testing of the hypothesis(es) or research question(s) clearly support or not support each hypothesis or research question?
• D) Was there an observation guide?

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Definitions:

Noncommunicative

Unable or unwilling to exchange thoughts, ideas, or feelings with others through speech, writing, or other forms of expression.

Assessment Findings

The results gathered during a clinical evaluation of a patient, which inform diagnosis and treatment planning.

Labored Breathing

Breathing that requires more effort than normal, often a sign of respiratory distress or conditions affecting the lungs.

Restlessness

A condition of being unable to remain at rest, calm, or still, often leading to excessive movement or fidgeting.