1. Problem Statements-Questions n The problem dictates the design ******** n What is experience of police officers who were wounded in the line of duty related to their ability to return to work? n What are the unique features of Hospitals that have NP conducting all surgical admission assessments? n There is (is no) statistically significant difference in iatrogenic diseases between nurse to patient ratios of 1:5 vs 1:8 on General Medical Units. n Does the birthing center philosophy show a relationship to the type of care provided and if so, what is the relationship.

2. Problem Revisions n I am curious about the standardized treatment protocols for circumcision of a new borne. n NEXT REVISION

3. Dependent-Independent Variables n The intervention = Independent variable n The impact, outcome = dependent variable n Find I and D variables: –Jan is studying the effectiveness of using a Multiple Intelligence course on nurse managers for increasing managerial proficiency –Jean is wondering if adding a course on “Conflict Resolution and Power” will change nurses related to their ability to deal with day to day conflict on units. –Jay believes that adding contract grading and a student selected project will increase student learning

4. Dependent-Independent Variables continued –John has been questioning if self-esteem in teenagers is impacted by grouping students according to gender. –Judy believers that the taillight not working is either caused by the bulb or the connection.

5. Caution Areas n You see what you look for n You look for what you know n Appropriate statistical strategies for certain types of numbers