Chapter 16 Measurement Concepts http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ Measurement is the process of assigning numbers to objects, events, or situations in accord with some rule (Kaplan, 1963). The numbers assigned can indicate numerical…
Chapter 25 Using Statistics to Determine Differences http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ The statistical procedures in this chapter examine differences between or among groups. Statistical procedures are available for nominal, ordinal, and interval/ratio level…
Chapter 22 Using Statistics to Describe Variables http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ There are two major classes of statistics: descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Descriptive statistics are computed to reveal characteristics of the sample…
Chapter 11 Selecting a Quantitative Research Design http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ A design is the blueprint for conducting a study that maximizes control over factors that could interfere with the validity of the…
Chapter 7 Frameworks http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ A framework is an abstract, logical structure of meaning that guides the development of the study and enables you to link the findings to the body…
Chapter 24 Using Statistics to Predict http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ In nursing practice, the ability to predict future events is crucial. Clinical researchers might investigate if length of hospital stay of patients can…
Chapter 20 Collecting and Managing Data http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ Data collection is one of the most exciting parts of research. After all the planning, writing, and negotiating, you should be eager and…
Chapter 19 Evidence Synthesis and Strategies for Evidence-Based Practice http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ Research evidence has greatly expanded since the 1990s as numerous quality studies in nursing, medicine, and other healthcare disciplines have…
Chapter 23 Using Statistics to Examine Relationships http://evolve.elsevier.com/Grove/practice/ Correlational analyses identify relationships or associations among variables. There are many different kinds of statistics that yield a measure of correlation. All…
