A Group of Nursing Students and Their Instructor Set Up

question 29

Multiple Choice

A group of nursing students and their instructor set up a blood pressure screening clinic at the local community center. This is an example of which of the characteristics that distinguishes public health nursing as a specialty?

• A) Population focused
• B) Community orientation
• C) Health and preventative focus
• D) Concern for health for all members of the community

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Definitions:

Statistical Significance

A mathematical measure that indicates whether the observed differences in data are likely due to chance or represent a true effect in a population.

Confounding Variable

An external factor in a study that might affect the outcome and lead to incorrect conclusions if not controlled.

Meta-analysis

A statistical approach that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to identify patterns, differences, or other significant findings.

Statistical Analysis

The process of collecting, reviewing, and interpreting data to discover underlying patterns and trends.