Nursing Research Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice (Paperback)

Thoroughly updated and revised to emphasize the link between research and evidence-based practice, this Ninth Edition of a classic textbook presents state-of-the-art methods for conducting high-quality studies.

Salient Features
* New! Updated section pertaining to the mixed method of research combining qualitative and quantitative research!
* All New! Research Tips: Throughout the book point out quick and key information to students
* New Chapters: Two chapters on mixed methods research, which involves the blending of qualitative and quantitative data in a single inquiry. (Chapters 25 and 26)
* New: new guidelines for obtaining research funding from the National Institutes of Health.
* New: a revised model for developing and testing interventions (the 2008 Medical Research Council framework)
* New: Approaches to systematic reviews
* New: Advances in dealing with the problem of missing data
* New: Technological advances in data collection
* New and updated: guidelines for reporting research in journals
* All Revised! Examples of Research: Called out throughout the book allowing students to apply concepts
* Strong coverage on qualitative research
* Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice with a nursing focus