Management of CareQuestion 2284 of 2368

A researcher interviews clients about their experiences of living with chronic pain and identifies recurring themes. Which type of research is this?

  1. Qualitative study
  2. Quantitative study
  3. Meta-analysis
  4. Randomized drug trial
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Correct answer: Qualitative study

Qualitative studies provide subjective data about perceptions or experiences, collected through observations and open-ended questions.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Quality and Evidence-based Practice: Research. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026