The statistical tests that were used in the research article were Pearson's correlation which examined the correlations among the Independent variables : Caregiver level of education, Asthma Control, Asthma Management Stress, Life Stress and the Dependent Variable : Caregiver quality of life. The use of the Pearson's correlation was an appropriate test since the authors indicated in the beginning of the research article that their study would be examining the interrelationships of asthma control, stress and caregiver quality of life (Bellin,et al., 2013). A Pearson's Correlation test is used to identify both the magnitude and direction of a relationship that may exist between two variables (Polit & Beck, 2014). By using this Pearsons Correlation test the researchers did identify …show more content…
illustrated in Table 2., p. 132. Using this test the authors attempted to explain the variance in the Caregiver Quality of Life by some of the Independent variables and predict which of the IV's would impact the Caregiver Quality of Life.
These two statistical test were appropriate for this research study as described by the authors.
Type 1 error was minimized by the researchers by their setting their significance level (alpha) at 0.05. Using this significance level is important since it is the minimal acceptable alpha level used in research and minimizes the risk of a Type 1 error (rejecting a null hypothesis that is true) ( Polit & Beck, 2014).
A Type II error was not minimized since the authors did not discuss if they did a Power Analysis which identifies the minimum number of persons needed in the research study. "Power" is the ability of a statistical test to identify true relationships among variables (Polit & Beck,2014). The researchers did have a sample population of 300 in their research study, but they did not discuss in the article how they arrived at that
The items have content validity and take into account the impact on personal health, finances, social life and interpersonal relationships (Ankri et al., 2005). The items are scored and summed to arrive at an overall burden score. Critics have argued that one summated score cannot adequately represent the multidimensional caregiver experience (Ankri et al.). Others have countered that most factor analysis studies on the ZBI have found only two viable factors. Both types were highly correlated with each other and, hence, may measure one underlying construct (Bachner et al., 2007).
Cohen’s paper The Earth is Round (p>0.05) is a critique of null-hypothesis significance testing (NHST). In his article, Cohen presents his arguments about what is wrong with NHST and suggests ways in which researchers can improve their research, as well as the way they report their research. Cohen’s main point is that researchers who use NHST often misinterpret the meaning of p-values and what can be concluded from them (Cohen, 1994). Cohen also shows that the NHST is close to worthless. NHST is a way to show how unlikely a result would be if the null hypothesis were true. A Type I error is where the researcher incorrectly rejects a true null hypothesis and a Type II error is where the researcher incorrectly accepts the false null
· The results of the study, the interpretation of the data by the authors and any conclusions they include at the end of the article.
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To begin with, I will be conducting an interview on a caregiver that is currently providing services to a close family member. Through the duration of this assignment, the participating caregiver will be identified as Bridget for confidentiality purposes. The location of the interview will be a home-based visit in Fort Worth, Texas. Parallel to this, I will be asking a sequence of questions – a methodical biopsychosocial assessment – to the caregiver participant to acquire knowledge/understanding of what it means to be a caregiver. On the same note, after reviewing the standardized measurements from the Gaugler article, I subjectively selected the Caregiver Hassle Scale (CHS), which will be implemented during the interview. Moreover, in regards
Caregiver assessments ought to incorporate a family centered perspective, which should be comprehensive of the needs and preferences of both the caregiver and care receiver (Feinberg & Houser, 2012). Caregiver assessments outcome is a plan of care that was established collaboratively by both the caregiver and practitioner (Feinberg & Houser, 2012). An effective and complete assessment is a important part in deciding on suitable support services for caregivers, particularly when the care receiver’s plan of care dependent upon the contributions of family members and/or close friends. (Feinberg & Houser, 2012).
* 1. The researchers analyzed the data they collected as though it were at what level of measurement?
In addition, a simple descriptive statistics were analyzed, altogether the data were recorded, copied and analyzed using the Colaizzi’s method to qualitative examine. There were three important factors that the data gathered information from; one factor was the patient, the second factor was the caregiver, and the third and final factor was the medical
The dependent variable in the study was the cost and reward of caregiving, and the independent variables was . The independent variables were gender, relationship, and care receiver support.
| Based on explicit knowledge and this can be easy and fast to capture and analyse.Results can be generalised to larger populationsCan be repeated – therefore good test re-test reliability and validityStatistical analyses and interpretation are
Types of studies. Studies were included if they are quantitative, published within the last ten years (2007 to 2017), and from peer-reviewed journals. These criteria were established to ensure the timeliness and credibility of the sample studies. No restriction on language was set to ensure that a wider scope of studies can be included.
There are several reasons why this particular intervention method is being used. The number on reason is due to its’ effectiveness. There have been high satisfaction rates given by caregivers in regards to this program. In 2011, a study done of 64 caregivers reported that 96.7% reported that they had learned new skills from the program. 98.4% of the participants reported that they would recommend this intervention program to a friend. Another
One limitation of the study is its design. Because the study is correlational in nature, cause and effect relationships cannot be established. The study also did not take into account the social support of the patients and their
A Type I error is the worst type of error a researcher can make while conducting an experiment. A Type I error is the rejection of the null hypothesis when the null hypothesis is actually true. Therefore, a Type I error is a false positive and it indicates that results are significant when they are not. For example, if a researcher states that the amount of antidepressants taken by individuals will decrease the number of suicides, the outcome could be potentially harmful. Individuals would become reliant on the medication and have expectations of the antidepressant lowering their likelihood of committing suicide. Unfortunately, this Type I error could potentially increase suicide. Setting a low alpha level will allow the researcher to avoid
The objective of this chapter is to describe the procedures used in the analysis of the data and present the main findings. It also presents the different tests performed to help choose the appropriate model for the study. The chapter concludes by providing thorough statistical interpretation of the findings.