Effect of Quantitative Research in Business.

            Greenwood and Levin (2006) states that the goal of any quantitative research is to discover something new or to explain an existing phenomenon. Quantitative research, therefore, is used to explain various business occurrences and social issues. Ideally, almost every quantitative research has either an economic, social dimension or both. Therefore, quantitative findings form the foundation for decision making by business managers. Policy making in any organization is informed by quantitative research. Business managers and leaders must be aware of consumer behaviors and the prevailing economic conditions before they embark on investing more in a business. Consumer behavior and economic conditions must be backed by statistical data before any decision is made on them.Zomere et al (2008) addthat business leaders should keep track of consumption patterns in order to take advantage of economic booms and plan for recessions. Therefore, policy-making cannot take place when quantitative research is in isolation. Quantitative research is influenced by societal beliefs, expectations, and preferences. The society expects the business community to stand tall and solve the pressing problems. The business community is therefore required to use statistical data in charting out the best course of action in solving community problems.

Nurse Practitioner Care Planning – Addressing shortage problems

            The essence of nurse practitioner planning is to ensure a continuous service delivery without service hiccups. O'Cathain, Murphy, & Nicholl (2007) assert that community healthcare providers care for individuals with chronic conditions and advise the community on healthy living. It is important to keep them motivated and develop a sense of accomplishment in them. Statistically, the best approach would be comparing health and wellness of those who have nurse practitioners and those without. Evidently, the life expectancy of those with caregivers is longer than those without. The statistical evidence can then be used to motivate the nurses by explaining to them how their services are influencing positively on the society.  In addition, the same quantitative findings will make the society appreciate the role of nurse practitioners. It will, therefore, be easy to negotiate for better wages for the practitioners and as a result influence more people to pursue the career. By so doing, the problem of shortages in nurse practitioners shall be addressed in finality.