Nursing research : methods and critical appraisal for evidence-based practice / [edited by] Geri LoBiondo-Wood, Judith Haber.

Other author LoBiondo-Wood, Geri editor.
Other author Haber, Judith editor.
Format Book
Edition8th edition.
PublicationSt. Louis, Missouri : Elsevier, [2014]
Descriptionxvii, 598 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects
Nursing--Research.
Nursing Research--methods.
Evidence-Based Nursing--methods.
Research Design.

Uniform titleNursing research (LoBiondo-Wood)
Contents Integrating research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement processes -- Research questions, hypotheses, and clinical questions -- Gathering and appraising the literature -- Theoretical frameworks for research -- Introduction to qualitative research -- Qualitative approaches to research -- Appraising qualitative research -- Introduction to quantitative research -- Experimental and quasi-experimental designs -- Nonexperimental designs -- Systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines -- Sampling -- Legal and ethical issues -- Data collection methods -- Reliabiltiy and validity -- Data analysis: descriptive and inferential statistics -- Understanding research findings -- Appraising quantitative research -- Strategies and tools for developing an evidence-based practice -- Developing an evidence-based practice -- Quality improvement -- Appendix A: A randomized, clinical trial of education or motivational-interviewing-based coaching compared to usual care to improve cancer pain management -- Appendix B: The influence of maternal-fetal attachment and health practices on neonatal outcomes in low-income, urban women -- Appendix C: The experiences of nurse practitioners providing health care to the homeless -- Appendix D: Couple functioning and post-traumatic stress symptoms in US army couples: the role of resilience -- Appendix E: Follow-up for improving psychological well being for women after a miscarriage (review).
Abstract Now in full color, this easy-to-understand textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to nursing research concepts and methods. Evidence-based practice is emphasized throughout, with clear guidelines for evaluating research and applying scientific evidence to practice.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2013023802
ISBN9780323100861 (alk. paper)
ISBN0323100864 (alk. paper)

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