Formulating a specific, applicable research problem statement is an important step in beginning a research process. The problem statement defines the focus of the research study, dictates what methods and tools will be used, and sets the stage for all subsequent elements of the research process. Because of this, it is necessary to put a great deal of thought into the problem statement to ensure that the rest of the research process will be well planned and appropriate to the problem at hand. This week’s Discussion asks you to identify evidence-based practice problems that can be addressed using quantitative research methods. Based on the practice problem you select, formulate a quantitative research problem statement. In this Discussion, you are also given the opportunity to evaluate your colleagues’ problem statements. Please refer to this week’s Learning Resources for appropriate and scholarly examples of research problem statements and how they inform the rest of the research process. 1) A proposed research problem statement (it has to be related to nursing for example: could be on diabetes, heart failure or more …) 2) Including sufficient information to make your focus clear and explaining how addressing this problem may bring about positive social change. Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 13 minutes. In this week’s video, Dr. Leiyu Shi discusses the c
haracteristics of a good research hypothesis and details the steps in developing a hypothesis that can be tested through research. This timeline identifies and describes key historical events related to the development of clinical research throughout the ages. •Chapter 5, “Research Problem and Purpose” Chapter 5 outlines how to identify and develop a research problem statement, purpose, and research questions. The chapter also provides examples of both quantitative and qualitative research topics, problems, and purpose. •Chapter 6, “Objectives, Questions, Variables, and Hypothesis” This chapter explains the different types of hypotheses and assesses how research variables can be used to formulate research objectives in both quantitative and qualitative studies. •Chapter 10, “Quantitative Methodology: Noninterventional Designs and Methods” Chapter 10 describes the principles of research design and those foundational concepts that influence the selection of an appropriate quantitative design: causality, bias, manipulation, control, and validity. •Chapter 11, “Quantitative Methodology: Interventional Designs and Methods” This chapter builds on the material presented in Chapter 10 and discusses how to select the most appropriate quantitative research design for addressing a particular research problem. Purchase the answer to view it Purchase the answer to view it