1. Auflage - Januar 2009
38,90 Euro
2009. 248 Seiten, Softcover
ISBN-10: 1-4051-6777-7
ISBN-13: 978-1-4051-6777-2 - John Wiley & Sons

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Probekapitel

Kurzbeschreibung
Mixed methods research combines quantitative and qualitative research methods, approaches, concepts or language in a single study. Its development has evolved out of the debate regarding the nature of quantitative and qualitative paradigms and has been driven by the increasing complexity of research problems, and a recognition of the complex phenomena that influence human health.

Mixed Method Research for Nursing and Healthcare provides a practical guide to the design, conduct and reporting of mixed method research in nursing and healthcare. The authors discuss the context, theoretical basis and application of mixed methods designs within a framework of nursing and health science research, and provide the reader with an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of mixed methods research and basic research designs. The authors:

* Describe the key features of commonly used mixed method research designs;
* Explore the benefits and limitations of each mixed method research design;
* Identify considerations in presenting a mixed methods research proposal;
* Examine techniques of data collection and analysis applied to mixed method
investigations;
* Include specific examples, case studies and discussion of nursing and health related issues, with complete "real-life" examples;
* Address future directions for researchers using mixed methods

Mixed Method Research for Nursing and Healthcare is a vital tool for anyone engaged in nursing and healthcare research.

About the Authors:

Sharon Andrew is Lecturer, School of Nursing and Elizabeth Halcomb is Senior research fellow, Centre for Applied Nursing Research, both University of Western Sydney.

Also of Interest:

The Research Process in Nursing (Fifth Edition)
Gerrish and Lacey

Narrative Research in Nursing
Holloway and Freshwater

Reviewing Research Evidence for Nursing Practice
Webb & Roe

Aus dem Inhalt
Proposed Table of Contents.

Preface.

Organisation of the Book.

Outline of Chapters.

Audience for the Book.

Acknowledgements.

PART ONE: PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS.

Chapter 1. An introduction to research in nursing and health sciences.

Chapter 2. Mixed methods as a paradigm.

PART TWO: DESIGNING RESEARCH.

Chapter 3. Research designs.

Chapter 4. Research management.

PART THREE: CONDUCTING RESEARCH.

Chapter 5. Data collection.

Chapter 6. Data analysis.

Chapter 7. Reliability and validity.

PART FOUR: USING RESEARCH.

Chapter 8. Reporting results.

Chapter 9. Implementing findings in clinical practice.

Chapter 10. Conclusion.

Appendices.

A. Sequential Design.

B. Concurrent Design