Nursing Research Q28
How can qualitative outcome analysis be used? Select all that apply.
A. To determine the reliability of intervention outcomes in a study.
B. To confirm the applicability of clinical strategies.
C. To develop interventions and then test those selected.
D. To build theory.
Correct Answers: B, C, D
Qualitative Outcome Analysis (QOA) enhances the identification of meaningful intervention strategies and plans for utilization. The researcher identifies the type of qualitative data that will enable the interpretation and evaluation of interventions, devises a means of data recording and analysis, and finally, disseminates the findings.
Option A: QOA is a systematic means to confirm the applicability of clinical strategies developed from a single qualitative project, to extend the repertoire of clinical interventions, and to evaluate clinical outcomes.
Option B: QOA also provides a way to describe interventions that cannot be easily measured or interventions that are more usefully communicated by description.
Option C: Qualitative Outcome Analysis provides a way to identify and evaluate these interventions and to systematically and descriptively analyze alternative or new interventions.
Option D: This method is used to confirm the efficacy of nursing interventions when experience changes over time, to extend the repertoire of intervention strategies, and to further clinicians’ understanding of possible outcomes.