Topic 2 Partial Correlation 1.From your textbook readings.docx
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Partial correlation measures the relationship between two variables while controlling for the influence of one or more additional variables. An example study could involve examining the relationship between patient satisfaction (dependent variable) and nurse communication skills (independent variable), while controlling for patient age (confounding variable). Using partial correlation is appropriate here to isolate the effect of communication on satisfaction, removing any potential influence from age.
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Topic 2 Partial Correlation 1.From your textbook readings.docx
- 1. Topic 2: Partial Correlation 1. From your textbook readings, the unit overview, and other sources, briefly describe partial correlation in your own words. 2. Create an example of an imaginary quantitative nursing study you would design that would use partial correlation. 3. Identify the dependent, independent, and confounding variables. 4. Discuss why a partial correlation is the most appropriate test to use in this study.