This second edition of Nursing Research in Canada aims to provide nursing students with a comprehensive introduction to research concepts and methods. This new edition includes the examination of the various roles of research in nursing, application and analysis, and coverage of evidence-based practice. Easy-to-understand and set entirely within a Canadian context, readers will learn how to master important material and apply the principles of research to nursing practice. Students...
More DescriptionThis second edition of Nursing Research in Canada aims to provide nursing students with a comprehensive introduction to research concepts and methods. This new edition includes the examination of the various roles of research in nursing, application and analysis, and coverage of evidence-based practice. Easy-to-understand and set entirely within a Canadian context, readers will learn how to master important material and apply the principles of research to nursing practice. Students will also benefit from the NEW companion study guide that was designed to allow students to further practice and hone the critiquing skills discussed in the textbook. As well, additional exercises and review questions will be made available on the accompanying Evolve website for the book.
- Equal coverage of both quantitative and qualitative research
- A Research Vignette opens each of the book's 6 Parts and introduces students to real nursing researchers
- Interactive learning aids throughout, such as research articles and helpful hints
- Easy to identify "Evidence-Based Practice" tips for quick reference
- Coverage of new research on vulnerable populations
- Each chapter ends with a "critiquing" section that includes a list of Critiquing Criteria questions, as well as Critical Thinking Challenge questions
- Increased coverage of qualitative research
- All new chapter entitled "Qualitative Data Analysis"
- Thoroughly revised and expanded chapters include "Introduction to Qualitative Research" and "Critiquing Qualitative Research"
- Increased emphasis on rigour
- Addition of 3 new Canadian research vignettes
- New suite of electronic tools for both instructors and students
- NEW! Companion study guide (sold separately)