What Was the Focus of Most Nursing Research Studies Conducted

question 2

Multiple Choice

What was the focus of most nursing research studies conducted during the first half of the twentieth century?

• A) Nursing education methods and outcomes
• B) Effects of sanitation on health promotion and disease prevention
• C) Use of epidemiology as a method of identifying risk for specific illnesses
• D) Identification of the most effective means to disseminate positive findings from nursing research

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Definitions:

Random Assignment

A method used in experiments to allocate subjects randomly to experimental and control groups, ensuring each participant has an equal chance of any condition.

Technique

A systematic procedure, method, or skill applied in a particular task to achieve a desired result efficiently.

Testing Effect

An educational phenomenon where repeated testing on material leads to better memory retention than through study methods alone.

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance found in beverages like beer, wine, and spirits, known for its intoxicating effects on the human body.