What Is True About Scientific Rigor in Qualitative Nursing Research

question 38

Multiple Choice

What is true about scientific rigor in qualitative nursing research?

• A) Studies are rigorous only when results are quantifiable.
• B) Study findings are considered trustworthy when rigor is applied.
• C) Scientific rigor is not applicable with qualitative studies.
• D) Scientific rigor is only used with random-controlled trials.

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