Question

Which study is based on quantitative research? a. Using themes and patterns; using no formal instruments. b. Examining the bereavement process in spouses of clients with terminal cancer. c. Measuring the differences in blood pressure before, during, and after a procedure. d. Examining a client's feelings during a procedure.

Answer 1

c. Measuring the differences in blood pressure before, during, and after a procedure.

Explanation:

Quantitative research use instruments to measure the variables we are studying. You could measure the variable by using any instrument, in this case the blood preasure during a procedure could be measured with an instrument called sphygmomanometer. Other options couldn't be measured with any instrument.