A researcher wants the results from a sample of nurses to apply to nurses in other similar hospitals. Which concept is most important?
Correct answer: A. External validity
- A. External validity
- B. Internal consistency
- C. Inter-rater reliability
- D. Researcher reflexivity
Explanation
External validity concerns how well findings can be generalised to other people, settings, or situations. Internal consistency concerns agreement among items in an instrument, not transfer of results to other hospitals.
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