The Questions That Nurse Researchers Should Ask Before Beginning Their

question 10

Multiple Choice

The questions that nurse researchers should ask before beginning their study include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Why are we doing it this way?
• B)Where is the evidence to support this practice?
• C)How much will it cost to change?
• D)Can we as nurses lose our jobs if we implement this?
• E)What is a better way of doing this?

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Definitions:

Ecological Fallacy

The error in reasoning that occurs when incorrect conclusions about individual-level processes are drawn from group-level data.

Discrimination

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.

Stereotypes

Overgeneralized beliefs about a particular category of people, which can influence perceptions and behavior in a biased way.

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion or judgment without adequate information or experience, often leading to biased attitudes towards individuals or groups.