I would use a comparative research question and an experimental design for my research study. I would use a comparative research question because I am comparing two different groups and have only one dependent variable. I would use a true experimental design because I am using one control group and one experimental group. My research question is how does receiving subcutaneous injections of insulin compare to receiving insulin through an insulin pump in lowering A1C levels in type 2 diabetics.
Quantitative Research Methodology and Steps to Study Problem of Interest
Quantitative research is the foundation of statistics-based science. It gives you results that are concrete and tangible. When you undertake …show more content…
The two type of framework are theoretical and conceptual, identifying assumptions: are beliefs that are held to be true but have not necessarily been proven (CourseConnect, 2016).
• Identifying Assumptions: Assumptions are beliefs that are not yet proven. There are three types of assumptions: universal assumptions are beliefs assumed to be held by a large percentage of society, theoretical assumptions are those based on previous research or studies, common sense assumptions must be made to carry out a study
• Acknowledging Limitations: Limitations are uncontrolled variables that may affect the study results and the generalizability of the findings (Neiswiadomy, 2012).
• Developing a hypothesis and variables: A hypothesis is a formal prediction of the relation that exists among the variables being investigated. It must be capable of being empirically tested. The variable being used must be defined in both the concept (Idea being study) and operation (how the idea will be …show more content…
Types of Research Questions that Benefit from quantitative Studies
Descriptive research questions, comparative research questions, relationship based research questions that have variables that can be measured, manipulate or controlled, and the question can be answered with numerically or by a Hypothesis.
Research Problem, Purpose Statement, Research Question, and Hypothesis
• Research problem: Diabetics that have a higher A1C levels have a higher risk of having other health issues or medical problems.
• purpose statement This study will attempt to determine if A1C levels are lower in type 2 diabetics who received insulin through an insulin pump or type 2 diabetics who receive subcutaneous injections of insulin.
• Research question: how does receiving subcutaneous injections of insulin compare to receiving insulin through an insulin pump in lowering A1C levels in type 2 diabetics
• hypothesis.: Type 2 diabetic who receive insulin through an insulin pump will have lower A1C levels than Type 2 diabetic who receive