What determines whether the results of a qualitative study can be applied beyond the study sample or population?
A) If transferability is documented; there is a fit between the sample and the corresponding individuals or groups who experienced the same phenomenon.
B) The credentials and experience of the person applying the findings
C) The characteristics of the population to which the findings will be applied
D) The time between when the findings were reported and the time of application to another population

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Correct A: The findings of qualitative studies should not be applied beyond the study sample,not population; the experience trAnswerfers to other individuals or groups only if they see the fit of the study findings to their lived experience.
Incorrect B: Although seasoned investigators produce credible studies,this is not an absolute rule; studies must be critiqued on a study-by-study basis.
Incorrect C: The findings of qualitative studies are not applied to populations; random sampling is not characteristic of qualitative studies.Literature must be synthesized and studies must be viewed in relation to contexts and supportive literature.Findings are context bound and trAnswerferable to similar participant groups.
Incorrect D: Time between study and application may or may not influence application to another population.

What Determines Whether the Results of a Qualitative Study Can