A researcher investigated the coping strategies employed by medical residents during high-stress night shifts. They distributed a digital self-report questionnaire to a sample of 150 residents. Key portions of the collected data are summarized in the tables below.
Table 1: Response to shift preparation question
| Do you practice mindfulness or deep breathing during a shift? | |
|---|---|
| Yes | No |
| 62 | 88 |
Table 2: Primary coping strategy used during high-stress periods
| Primary Coping Strategy | Number of residents |
|---|---|
| Caffeine consumption | 68 |
| Peer discussion / socializing | 35 |
| Physical exercise / stretching | 25 |
| Solitary quiet time | 15 |
| Eating comfort food | 7 |
Evaluate the use of this level of data in this study.
