Essentials of Nursing Research: Methods, Appraisal and Utilization

by Denise F Polit (Author), Denise F Polit (Author), Denise Polit-O'Hara (Author), Bernadette P. Hungler (Author)

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  Paperback
  1993

  $26.81

  An introduction to nursing research which aims to teach students and practising nurses how to read and interpret published nursing research, exploring and demystifying all aspects of the research process. The book shows how to implement the findings of research in clinical practice. This third edition features a new chapter on ethics in nursing research, as well as expanded coverage of qualitative analysis and integration of qualitative analysis and integration of qualitative and quantitative analysis.

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.25

  Now in full color, the Sixth Edition of this highly acclaimed introductory research text continues to focus on how to read, understand, analyze, and evaluate research for use in nursing practice. This thoroughly updated edition has a greater focus on evidence-based practice, developing critiquing skills, and continued expansion of qualitative research. The text includes four full research reports, two of which have full written critiques. A new Instructor's Resource CD-ROM includes PowerPoint slides and actual complete critiques (done by the author) which help faculty guide students' learning of how to critique research articles. The Student's CD-ROM has review questions and activity sheets which help increase comprehension, strengthen recall, and develop critiquing skills.