NR716 Week 6 Discussion: Using Non-Parametric Statistical Tests
As a practice scholar, you are searching for evidence to translate into practice. In your review of evidence, you locate a quasi-experimental research study as possible evidence to support a practice change. You notice that the study aims to make a prediction that relates to correlation between study variables. The study sample size is small and is not normally distributed. Reflect upon this scenario to address the following.
- In your appraisal of the evidence, you note that a Pearson’s r correlation is used to analyze data. Is this the correct level
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of correlational analysis? Explain your rationale.
Are association and correlational analysis equivalent in determining relationships between variables?
Do these findings impact your decision about whether to use this evidence to inform practice change? Why or why not?
Answer
In this quasi-experimental research study, they applied Pearson’s R correlation. However, this choice is not appropriate due to the small sample size and the non-normal distribution of the data. Using Pearson’s r in this context would have been unsuitable as it assumes a normal distribution and is more reliable with larger sample sizes.
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