Nursing Research Q54
Which question will critique the credibility of a research project?
A. Is the strategy used for analysis compatible with the purpose of the study?
B. Does the researcher document the research process?
C. Are the researcher's conceptualizations true to the data?
D. Has adequate time been allowed to fully understand the phenomenon?
Correct Answer: D. Has adequate time been allowed to fully understand the phenomenon?
This question will critique the credibility of a research project. “The necessary elements in a research critique can be compiled in a series of questions for the process of critiquing research” (Boswell & Cannon, 2009, p. 308).
Option A: A research critique is an analysis of a research undertaking that focuses on its strengths and limitations. Critiquing is a systematic process for evaluating research studies and the results reported.
Option B: This question will critique the auditability of a research project. Understand the purpose and problem, while determining if the design and methodology are consistent with the purpose.
Option C: This question will critique the significance of a research project. “The purpose of a research critique is to determine whether the findings are usable for you” (Brink & Wood, 2001, p. 57).