Which of the Following Is Usually the First Step in the Research

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is usually the first step in the research process?

• A) research design
• B) data analysis
• C) data gathering
• D) problem formulation

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Definitions:

Carative Factors

Essential elements of nursing care that focus on the promotion of healing and wholeness, contrasting with curative aspects of medical care.

Problem-Solving Skills

The ability to find solutions to difficult or complex issues.

Transpersonal Caring

A holistic approach to nursing that transcends the physical level to include emotional, mental, and spiritual health in care.

Field Of Consciousness

The field of consciousness refers to the range or scope of awareness that an individual possesses at any given moment, including perceptions, thoughts, and emotions.