title: Understanding quantitative research: part 2.
abstract: This article, which is the second in a two-part series, provides an introduction to understanding quantitative research, basic statistics and terminology used in research articles. Understanding statistical analysis will ensure that nurses can assess the credibility and significance of the evidence reported. This article focuses on explaining common statistical terms and the presentation of statistical data in quantitative research.
authors: Bangor University, Bangor. z.hoare@bangor.ac.uk
authors: Zoë
authors: Z
authors: Hoare
authors: Juanita
authors: J
authors: Hoe
mesh_terms: D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D009626:Terminology as Topic; D006113:United Kingdom