Which of the Following Are Accurate Statements About Critical Appraisal

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are accurate statements about critical appraisal of research following presentation and publication? Select all that apply.

• A) Nurses who attend research conferences note that critical appraisals and questions often precede presentations of studies.
• B) Critical appraisals assist researchers in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of their studies and generating ideas for further research.
• C) Participants listening to critiques of studies always gain insight into the conduct of research.
• D) Experiencing the critique process can increase the conference participants' ability to evaluate studies.
• E) Published research critiques often decrease the reader's understanding of the study and the quality of the study findings.

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