In critically appraising a mixed-methods design study,the nurse researcher may ask "Was the need to use mixed methods established?" and "Did the mixed-methods strategy fulfill the purpose or purposes of the study." What quality standard criterion is the researcher using?
A) Significance
B) Expertise
C) Methods
D) Appropriateness

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The appropriateness criterion addresses whether the design was appropriate for the study's purpose,beginning with the researchers establishing a need to use mixed methods.The significance criterion addresses if the relevance and significance of the research question was described.The expertise criterion addresses if the researcher or research team possess the necessary skills and experience to implement the study.The methods criterion addresses the timing,data collection and analysis,interpretation,and integration of findings; as well as,describing reliability and validity of quantitative methods,trustworthiness,dependability,and credibility of qualitative methods,and protection of human subjects in the study.

In Critically Appraising a Mixed-Methods Design Study,the Nurse Researcher May