Nursing Informatics Practice Exam

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What type of research involves acquiring knowledge from one situation and applying it to a similar situation, moving thoughts and ideas from one area to another for the generation and dissemination of knowledge?

Basic research
Translational research
Descriptive research
Exploratory research

The correct answer is: Translational research

Translational research involves taking knowledge from one context and applying it to another similar situation for the purpose of generating and disseminating knowledge. It is focused on moving research findings from the laboratory to clinical practice or from one discipline to another. This type of research aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, ultimately improving patient outcomes and healthcare delivery. Option A, basic research, refers to experimental or theoretical research to increase scientific knowledge and understanding of fundamental principles. Option C, descriptive research, involves describing phenomena and characteristics, without influencing or changing the variables being studied. Option D, exploratory research, aims to explore a topic, concept, or idea in more depth to gain a better understanding or generate hypotheses for future research.