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Essentials of Nursing Research Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice

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ISBN-10: 0781781531

ISBN-13: 9780781781534

Edition: 7th 2009 (Revised)

Authors: Denise F. Polit, Cheryl Tatano Beck, Polit

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Essentials of Nursing Research is designed to teach students how to read, understand, analyze, and evaluate research reports in nursing practice. The Seventh Edition has been updated with stronger coverage of evidence-based practice, including content on how to read, interpret, and critique systematic reviews, which are considered by many to be a cornerstone of evidence-based practice. Also included in the Seventh Edition: a more balanced presentation of medical and social science methods and nomenclature; enhanced coverage of qualitative research; and more!
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Book details

List price: $79.99
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Publication date: 1/23/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 624
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.50" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 2.024
Language: English

Overview of Nursing Research and its Role in Evidence-Based Practice
Introduction to Nursing Research in an Evidence-Based Practice Environment
Evidence-Based Nursing Practice: Fundamentals
Key Concepts and Steps in Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Reading and Critiquing Research Reports
Ethics in Research
Preliminary Steps in the Appraisal of Evidence
Research Problems, Research Questions, and Hypotheses
Literature Reviews: Finding and Reviewing Research Evidence
Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks
Designs for Nursing Research
Quantitative Research Design
Qualitative Designs and Approaches
Specific Types of Research
Sampling Plans
Data Collection
Data Collection Methods
Measurement and Data Quality
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Statistical Analysis of Quantitative Data
Rigor and Interpretation in Quantitative Research
Analysis of Qualitative Data
Trustworthiness and Integrity in Qualitative Research
Systematic Reviews: Meta-Analysis and Metasynthesis
Methodologic and Theoretical References
Glossary
Glossary of Selected Statistical Symbols
Appendices: Research Reports
The Relationships Among Anxiety, Anger, and Blood Pressure in Children
The Anniversary of Birth Trauma
Index