• Discussion on Sampling Methods looking at probability sampling:
  • What does it mean to use this technique?
  • Provide an example of one type of strategy for probability sampling and how it can be used in a nursing research study.
• Non-probability sampling techniques:
  • What does this mean?
  • What is an example of non-probability sampling and why might you chose to use this over probability sampling?
• What types of sampling bias can occur that you need to be aware of and can influence your findings?
• Sampling bias.
  • Why it is important to the integrity of the study?
  • What types of sampling bias might occur and you need to be aware of and how might these influence your findings?
• Identify whether probability or nonprobability sampling is utilized for each entry in the following list. Select one of the following sampling methods and provide a rationale for your answer with reference support!

a. Convenience sampling

b. Cluster sampling

c. Simple random sampling

d. Quota sampling

e. Systematic sampling

f. Stratified sampling