Question 1: Which Of The Following Statements Is True Of Nar

Question 1which Of The Following Statements Is True Of Narrative Revie

Question 1which Of The Following Statements Is True Of Narrative Review

QUESTION 1 Which of the following statements is true of narrative reviews? (Select all that apply.)

A. Narrative reviews engage a highly structured and rigorous approach to reviewing research evidence.

B. Narrative reviews provide a general background discussion of a particular issue.

C. Narrative reviews require a rigorous, systematic approach to searching the databases for evidence.

D. Narrative reviews generally review literature that support the author's point of view on an issue or topic.

E. Narrative reviews are a type of primary research.

Paper For Above instruction

Narrative reviews are a common form of literature synthesis in research, primarily characterized by their descriptive and qualitative nature. Unlike systematic reviews, which follow a rigorous and methodical approach to literature search and analysis, narrative reviews tend to be more flexible in scope and methodology. They often serve to provide a broad overview of a topic or a background discussion that contextualizes key concepts, theories, or emerging trends in a field.

Given these characteristics, statements A, C, and E are generally false for narrative reviews. Statement A asserts that narrative reviews engage in a highly structured and rigorous approach, which aligns more with systematic reviews than narrative ones. Statement C implies a systematic method of database searching, which is not typical in narrative reviews. Statement E suggests that narrative reviews are primary research, which is incorrect; these are secondary sources synthesizing existing literature.

In contrast, statement B accurately describes a key role of narrative reviews—they provide a general background discussion on particular issues, making complex topics accessible and understandable. Statement D is also true; narrative reviews may feature literature that supports the author’s point of view, but they are not necessarily confined to selective evidence and often include diverse viewpoints to offer a comprehensive understanding.

Thus, the correct statements are B and D, highlighting the descriptive and interpretive nature of narrative reviews. They serve as valuable starting points for understanding issues but are not as systematic or replicable as other review types like systematic reviews with meta-analyses.

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