Problem - In the six examples below, identify for each statement what is the dependent variable (DV) and independent variable (IV) in that statement. Remember that the DV is the variable of interest or outcome variable.
1. Does double or single breast pumping affect maternal milk supply?
DV: Maternal milk supply
IV: Breast pumping
2. Does skin-to-skin contact of mother/baby affect maternal milk supply?
DV: Maternal milk supply
IV: Skin-to-skin contact of mother/baby
3. Is nipple pain related to maternal age and ethnicity?
DV: Nipple pain
IV: Maternal age and ethnicity
4. Is infant milk transfer affected by the time of day?
DV: Infant milk transfer
IV: Time of day
5. Is weight loss with a diet regimen higher among women than men?
DV: Women and men
IV: Weight loss with a diet regimen
6. Are patient care outcomes affected by the type of educational preparation of the nurse?
DV: Patient care outcomes
IV: Educational preparation of the nurse