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Introduction To Research Question Paper
Introduction To Research
Course:Bachelor Of Nursing Sciences (Nursing Sciences)
Institution: Nyeri Medical Training Centre question papers
Exam Year:2013
MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE-NYERI
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
KRCHN SEPTEMBER 2011 CLASS (PRE-SERVICE)
END OF SEMESTER EXAMINATION
DATE:18TH MARCH 2013
INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.All questions are compulsory.
2.Read the questions carefully and answer only what is asked.
3.Write your examination number on every sheet of paper provided.
4.Answer each section on separate sheet of papers provided.
5.For Part IMCQS:Write the correct answer on the sheets provided.
6.Omission of or wrong numbering of examination papers,questions,sections will result in 10% deduction of marks scored from the relevant part(s)
7.Mobile Cell-Phones are NOT allowed in the Examination Room.
8.TIME:2 HOUR
SECTION A: IMCQS QUESTIONS
Q1.An experimental research must adhere to the following characteristics of scientific research:
a.control,validity,randomization
b.validity,accuracy,randomization
c.randomization,manipulation,control
d.cotrol,accuracy,randomization
(1 mark)
Q.2.A variable that a researcher manipulate or introduces into a situation to determine its effect on another variable is referred to as the:
a.dependent
b.demographic
c.independent
d.control
(1 mark)
Q.3.The following are some non-probability sampling methods:
a.simple random,stratified random,purposive
b.snowball,cluster,systematic random
c.purposive,snowball,quota
d.quota,simple random,purposive
(1 mark)
Q.4.The first step in the research process is:
a.formulating research question
b.identify research problem
c.formulating the hypothesis
d.formulating objectives
(1 mark)
Q.5.The sampling interval in systematic sampling method of an accessible population of 20,000 and a desired sample size of 100 will be:
a.10
b.20
c.100
d.200
(1 mark)
Q.6.A type of research where data is collected on only one occasion with same subjects is referred to as:
a.cross-sectional
b.longitudinal
c.prospective
d.retrospective
(1 mark)
Q.7.In a research report describes the sampling technique used in chapter:
a.1
b.3
c.4
d.6
(1 mark)
Q.8.Follow-up questions in a questionnaire which are asked after the initial questions to the relevant sub-group are known as:
a.likert scale type
b.closed-ended
c.contigency questions
d.matrix questions
(1 mark)
SECTION B: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
Q.9.State 6 rules that you would observe when constructing a questionnaire. (6 marks)
Q.10.Explain 4 situations when you would require a larger sample size in research. (4 marks)
Q.11.State 3 advantages of focus group discussion.
(3 marks)
Q.12.State 3 causes of random error. (3 marks)
SECTION C: LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS
Q.13. You are conducting a research in which the accessible population is 20,000 people comprising of 8,000 females and 12,000 males.
a.Calculate size for:
(i)Females (2 marks)
(ii)Males (2 marks)
b.Explain the steps you would follow when selecting a sample through stratified random sampling method. (5 marks)
Q.14.Ethical issues should be put into consideration during research.
a.Define the term 'ethics' in the context of research. (1 mark)
b.Explain 3 ethical issues concerning research subjects. (6 marks)
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