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    Foundations of nursing research / Rose Marie Nieswiadomy, Catherine Bailey.

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    • Title:Foundations of nursing research / Rose Marie Nieswiadomy, Catherine Bailey.
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    • Variant Title:Nursing research.
    • Author/Creator:Nieswiadomy, Rose Marie, author.
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Bailey, Catherine, author.
    • Published/Created:NY, NY : Pearson, [2018]

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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Nursing--Research--Methodology.
    • Medical Subjects: Nursing Research--methods
      Research Design
      Data Collection
      Data Collection--methods
    • Genre/Form:Handbooks and manuals.
    • Edition:Seventh edition.
    • Description:xxiv, 403 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
    • Summary:"Illuminates all steps of the nursing research process, helping students understand the importance of research to evidence-based nursing practice, evaluate and critique research, and determine whether study findings are ready to apply in practice. Its conversational tone explains research simply and clearly"--Publisher.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:9780134167213 paperback
      013416721X paperback
    • Contents:Machine generated contents note: pt. I Introduction to Nursing Research
      1. Development of Nursing Research
      Importance of Research to Nursing
      Definitions of Nursing Research
      Sources of Nursing Knowledge
      Scientific Research
      Purposes of Nursing Research
      Funding of Nursing Research
      Goals for Conducting Nursing Research
      Promote Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
      Ensure Credibility of the Nursing Profession
      Provide Accountability for Nursing Practice
      Document the Cost-Effectiveness of Nursing Care
      Quantitative and Qualitative Research
      Nurses and Research
      Roles of Nurses in Research
      History of Nursing Research
      National Institute of Nursing Research
      Cochrane Collaboration and the Cochrane Nursing Care Field
      Research Priorities into the Future
      National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses
      Mental Health Nursing
      Oncology Nursing Society
      Institute of Emergency Nursing Research
      Association of Community Health Nurse Educators
      Research in Nursing Education
      Future Strategies for Improved Healthcare Quality
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      2. Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
      Defining Evidence-Based Practice
      Why we use evidence-based practice
      Research Utilization versus Evidence-Based Practice
      Evidence-Based Nursing Practice
      Benefits of EBP
      Asking Clinical Questions
      Sources for Evidence for Practice
      Cochrane Collaboration
      Cochrane Library
      Cochrane Database
      Cochrane Centers
      Cochrane Nursing Care Field
      Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
      Evidence-Based Practice Centers
      U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
      National Guideline Clearinghouse
      Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Centers
      Joanna Briggs Institute
      ACE Center for Advancing Clinical Excellence
      Sarah Cole Hirsh Institute
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      3. Research Evidence in Nursing Practice
      Evolving Nature of Evidence-Based Practice
      Models to Promote Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing
      Stetler Model
      Iowa Model
      Discussion of Iowa Model Concepts
      Barriers Associated with EBP
      Facilitators of Evidence-Based Practice
      Application of the Iowa Model
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      4. Ethical Issues in Nursing Research
      Development of Ethical Codes and Guidelines
      Historical Overview
      Unethical Research in the United States
      Ethical Research Guidelines
      Institutional Review Boards
      Members of Institutional Review Boards
      IRB Review
      Elements of Informed Consent
      Description of Purpose of Study and Study Procedures
      Description of Unforeseeable Risks
      Description of Benefits
      Disclosure of Appropriate Alternative Procedures
      Description of Maintenance of Confidentiality or Anonymity
      Plans for Unforeseeable Injuries
      Contact Information for Questions Relevant to the Study
      Assurance of Freedom to Volunteer for or Withdraw from the Study
      Documentation of Informed Consent
      Integrity in Research
      Research Guidelines for Nurses
      Nurse Researcher as a Patient Advocate
      Critiquing the Ethical Aspects of a Study
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      5. Overview of Quantitative and Qualitative Research
      Introduction
      Comparison of Qualitative and Quantitative Research
      Steps in Quantitative Research
      Identify the Research Problem
      Determine the Purpose of the Study
      Formulate the Research Question
      Review the Literature
      Develop a Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
      Identify the Study Assumptions
      Acknowledge the Limitations of the Study
      Formulate the Hypothesis
      Define the Study Variables/Terms
      Select the Research Design
      Identify the Population
      Select the Sample
      Conduct a Pilot Study
      Collect the Data
      Organize the Data for Analysis
      Analyze the Data
      Interpret the Findings
      Communicate the Findings
      Utilize the Findings
      Qualitative Nursing Research
      Types of Qualitative Research
      Identify the Problem of the Study
      State the Purpose
      Select the Research Design
      Review the Literature
      Select the Sample
      Gain Entry to the Research Site
      Protect the Rights of Participants
      Collect the Data
      Analyze the Data
      Interpret the Data
      Communicate the Study Results
      Utilize the Study Results
      Combining Qualitative and Quantitative Methods
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      pt. II Preliminary Steps in the Research Process
      6. Identifying Nursing Research Problems
      Introduction
      Sources of Nursing Research Problems
      Personal Experiences
      Literature Sources
      Existing Theories
      Previous Research
      Research Problem Considerations
      Ethical Issues
      Significance to Nursing
      Personal Motivation
      Researcher Qualifications
      Feasibility of Study
      Research Question Criteria
      Written in Interrogative Sentence Form
      Includes the Population
      Includes the Variable(s)
      Empirically Testable
      Research Question Format
      Critiquing Problem Statements, Purpose Statements, and Research Questions
      Problem Statement
      Purpose Statement
      Research Questions
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      7. Review of the Literature
      Introduction
      Purposes of the Literature Review
      Literature Sources
      Types of Information Sources
      Primary and Secondary Sources
      Grey Literature
      Search Strategies
      Develop a Search Strategy
      Ask a Librarian
      Finding Tools
      Selected Databases for Nursing Students
      Writing the Literature Review
      Extracting Information from Literature Sources
      Critiquing the Literature Review in a Research Article
      Components of a Literature Review
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      8. Theory and Nursing Research
      Introduction
      Theory Terminology
      Theory
      Concept
      Construct
      Propositional Statements
      Empirical Generalization
      Hypothesis
      Model
      Conceptual Models
      Paradigm and Metaparadigm
      Types and Scope of Theories in Nursing Research
      Paradigms and Metaparadigms
      Nursing Conceptual Models
      Orem's Self-Care Model
      Rogers's Science of Unitary Human Beings
      Roy's Adaptation Model
      Neuman's Systems Model
      Middle-range and Practice Theories
      Integrating Theory into Nursing Research
      Theories from Nursing
      Combining Two Nursing Theories
      Theories from Other Disciplines
      Combining Theories from Nursing and Other Disciplines
      Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks
      Theoretical Development, Testing, and Critique
      Theory Generation and Development
      Theory Testing in Nursing Research
      Critiquing the Theoretical Framework of a Study
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      9. Hypotheses
      Introduction
      Hypotheses Overview
      Purposes of Hypotheses
      Sources or Rationale for Hypotheses
      Classifications of Hypotheses
      Simple and Complex Hypotheses
      Nondirectional and Directional Research Hypotheses
      Causal and Associative Research Hypotheses
      Null and Research Hypotheses
      Developing Hypotheses
      Hypothesis Format
      Hypotheses and Theory Testing
      Critiquing Hypotheses
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      pt. III Research Designs
      10. Quantitative Research Designs
      Introduction
      Exploratory, Descriptive, and Explanatory Studies
      Research Designs
      Experimental Research
      Validity of Experimental Designs
      Threats to Internal Validity
      Threats to External Validity
      Symbolic Presentation of Research Designs
      Types of Experimental Designs
      True Experimental Designs
      Quasi-Experimental Designs
      Pre-Experimental Designs
      Nonexperimental Research
      Types of Nonexperimental Designs
      Survey Studies
      Correlational Studies
      Comparative Studies
      Methodological Studies
      Secondary Analysis Studies
      Settings for Research
      Critiquing Quantitative Research Designs
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      11. Qualitative and Mixed Methods Research Designs
      Introduction
      Qualitative Research Designs
      Phenomenology
      Ethnographic Studies
      Grounded Theory
      Narrative Inquiry
      Case Studies
      Action Research Studies
      Mixed Methods Research
      Strategies for Mixed Methods Research
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      pt. IV Obtaining Study Participants and Collection of Data
      12. Populations and Samples
      Introduction
      Populations
      Samples and Sampling
      Probability Sampling Methods
      Nonprobability Sampling Methods
      Time Frame for Studying the Sample
      Sampling Concepts and Factors
      Sample Size
      Sampling Error and Sampling Bias
      Randomization Procedures in Research
      Critiquing the Sampling Procedure
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      13. Measurement and Data Collection
      Introduction
      Measurement
      Level of Measurement
      Converting Data to a Lower Level of Measurement
      Determining the Appropriate Level of Measurement
      Data-Collection Process
      Data-Collection Methods
      Data-Collection Instruments
      Criteria for Selection of a Data-Collection Instrument
      Practicality of the Instrument
      Reliability of the Instrument
      Validity of the Instrument
      Relationship between Reliability and Validity
      Utilizing the Data
      Sources of Error in Data Collection
      Preparing Data for Analysis
      Critiquing Data-Collection Procedures
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      14. Data-Collection Methods
      Introduction
      Questionnaires
      Contents note continued: Overall Appearance of Questionnaire
      Language and Reading Level of Questions
      Length of Questionnaire and Questions
      Wording of Questions
      Types of Questions
      Placement of Questions
      Cover Letter
      Completion Instructions
      Distribution of Questionnaires
      Factors Influencing Response Rates
      Advantages of Questionnaires
      Disadvantages of Questionnaires
      Interviews
      Types of Interviews
      Interview Instruments
      Interview Questions
      Interviewer Training
      Timing and Setting for Interviews
      Interviewer Guidelines
      Influence of Interviewers on Respondents
      Advantages of Interviews
      Disadvantages of Interviews
      Observation Methods
      Determining Behaviors to be Observed
      Research Observers
      Observation Procedures
      Relationship between Observer and Subjects
      Role of the Nurse versus the Researcher
      Attitude Scales
      Likert Scale
      Semantic Differential Scales
      Physiological and Psychological Measures
      Psychological Tests
      Other Data-Collection Methods
      Q Sort
      Delphi Technique
      Visual Analogue Scale
      Preexisting Data
      Critiquing Data-Collection Methods
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      pt. V Data Analysis
      15. Descriptive Statistics
      Introduction
      Key Concepts in Statistics
      Statistical Symbols
      Classifications of Statistics
      Descriptive Statistics
      Measures to Condense Data
      Measures of Central Tendency
      Measures of Variability
      Measures of Relationships
      Correlation Coefficients
      Intraocular Method of Data Analysis
      Critiquing Descriptive Statistics in Research Reports
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      16. Inferential Statistics
      Introduction
      Purposes of Inferential Statistics
      Estimating Population Parameters
      Sampling Distribution of the Mean
      Confidence Intervals
      Testing Hypotheses
      Study Hypothesis
      Choosing a Statistical Test
      Level of Significance
      One-Tailed and Two-Tailed Tests
      Calculating the Test Statistic
      Comparing Calculated Value and Critical Value
      Support for the Study Hypothesis
      Factors Affecting Choice of Statistical Measures
      Parametric and Nonparametric Statistical Tests
      Power of a Statistical Test
      Type I and Type II Errors
      Statistical Tests Used in Nursing Research
      t Test
      Analysis of Variance
      Chi-Square
      Testing the Significance of Correlation Coefficients
      Advanced Statistical Tests
      Critiquing Inferential Statistics in Research Reports
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      17. Presentation and Discussion of Study Findings
      Introduction
      Presentation of Findings of the Study
      Findings of the Study
      Ethical Issues in Presenting Research Findings
      Narrative Presentation of Findings
      Tables
      Figures
      Discussion of Findings and Significance
      Discussion of Study Hypotheses
      Statistical and Clinical Significance
      Conclusions, Implications, and Recommendations
      Conclusions
      Implications
      Recommendations
      Replication of the Research Study
      Consideration of Study Limitations in Future Research
      Extensions of the Research Study
      Critiquing the Presentation of Study Findings
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      pt. VI Research Findings and Nursing Practice
      18. Communication and Utilization of Nursing Research
      Introduction
      Communication of Nursing Research Findings
      Preparing a Research Report
      Presenting Research Results at Professional Conferences
      Presenting a Research Paper
      Presenting a Research Poster
      Publishing a Journal Article
      Choosing Between Refereed and Nonrefereed Journals
      Preparing Research Reports for Funding Agencies
      Preparing Theses and Dissertations
      Utilization of Nursing Research Findings
      Additional Barriers to Nursing Research Utilization
      Inadequate Dissemination of Research Findings
      Bridging the Gap between Research and Practice
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      19. Nursing Research and Healthcare Economics
      Healthcare Economics and Nursing
      Understanding Market Forces Affecting Nurses
      Determining the Value of Nursing
      Dall Study
      Nursing Research Cost-Effectiveness Studies
      Telephonic Nursing Studies
      Need For More Research Studies on Nursing Care
      Impacts of Governmental Agencies and Related Organizations
      Affordable Care Act
      Regulatory Agencies
      Public Health
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      20. Critique of Research Reports
      Introduction
      Critiquing Quantitative Research Reports
      Researcher Qualifications
      Title
      Abstract
      Introduction
      Identifying the Problem
      Purpose
      Review of the Literature
      Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
      Assumptions
      Limitations
      Hypothesis (es)
      Definition of Terms
      Research Design
      Setting
      Population and Sample
      Collection of Data
      Data-Collection Instruments
      Analysis of Data
      Discussion of Findings
      Conclusions
      Implications
      Recommendations
      Other Considerations
      Critiquing Qualitative Research Reports
      Researcher Qualifications
      Title
      Abstract
      Introduction
      Problem of the Study
      Purpose
      Research Question
      Research Design
      Review of the Literature
      Selection of Sample
      Collection of Data
      Analysis of Data
      Interpretation of Data
      Recommendations
      Other Considerations
      Summary
      Self-Test
      References
      Self-Test Answers.
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