The Reality of Nursing Research
Politics, Practices and Processes
Published on 22. June 2006
Book
Hardback
216 pages
978-0-415-34627-6 (ISBN)
Description
Focusing on the nurse researcher's dual role as practitioner and researcher, as well as research ethics and the relationship between practitioner and academic agendas, The Reality of Nursing Research helps to:
locate the practical dilemmas of nursing research in historical and policy context
prepare those about to embark on research for some of the issues they will face
reassure researchers that they are not the only ones to encounter the complexity of real life research
support the research teacher or supervisor in preparing and mentoring their students
share experiences of others who have encountered similar issues and provide some practical advice on their solution.
With illustrative case studies and practical advice, this book looks at the real life dilemmas faced by nurse researchers at key stages of the research process from developing a research question through to disseminating the findings. It is an essential text for nurse researchers, teachers of research, research supervisors and nurses undertaking research at diploma through to doctoral level.
locate the practical dilemmas of nursing research in historical and policy context
prepare those about to embark on research for some of the issues they will face
reassure researchers that they are not the only ones to encounter the complexity of real life research
support the research teacher or supervisor in preparing and mentoring their students
share experiences of others who have encountered similar issues and provide some practical advice on their solution.
With illustrative case studies and practical advice, this book looks at the real life dilemmas faced by nurse researchers at key stages of the research process from developing a research question through to disseminating the findings. It is an essential text for nurse researchers, teachers of research, research supervisors and nurses undertaking research at diploma through to doctoral level.
Reviews / Votes
The authors expressed aims are to 'tell it as it is' to provide a 'critical analysis of the nursing research context' and ' to bring these two threads together in the form of practical advice to those embarking on the research journey for the first time' They have succeeded admirably. Dr Christine Hallett, University of ManchesterThe book is particularly helpful for those embarking on researching marginalised groups. The complexity of lived experience is addressed clearly but without oversimplification. Gina Finnerty, University of Surrey UK
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
1 s/w Tabelle
1 Tables, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 250 mm
Width: 175 mm
Thickness: 16 mm
Weight
560 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-34627-6 (9780415346276)
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Persons
Davina Allen is Director of Research at Cardiff University. She has a background in adult nursing and sociology. Her research interests centre on the social organisation of healthcare work.
Patricia Lyne was formerly Professor of Nursing Research at Cardiff University. Originally a biochemist, she changed career after being inspired by the care she observed as a volunteer in terminal care. She has since sought to combine the insights of her scientific training with her understanding of health care and health systems to promote research and evidence based practice in nursing.
Patricia Lyne was formerly Professor of Nursing Research at Cardiff University. Originally a biochemist, she changed career after being inspired by the care she observed as a volunteer in terminal care. She has since sought to combine the insights of her scientific training with her understanding of health care and health systems to promote research and evidence based practice in nursing.
Content
Part 1: The Reality of Nursing Research: Historical and Political Context Introduction 1. Where Are We Now? 2. How Did We Get There? 3. Expectations of Research 4. The Research Field 5. The Continuum of Research Engagement Part 2: The Reality of Nursing Research: Tales from the Field Introduction 6. Selecting a Topic 7. Negotiating a Proposal through Gate-Keeping Committees 8. Data Generation 9. Researching Practice, Service Delivery and Organization 10. Researching Your Own Clients/Students 11. Relationship with the Data (Analysis) 12. Relationship with Multidisciplinary Research Teams 13. Disseminating Research Findings