Research for Nurses: Methods and Interpretation

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0803608969 ISBN 13: 9780803608962

Publisher: F A Davis Co, 2001

This text covers both qualitative and quantitative approaches available to the nurse researcher and prepares students to do research and to use knowledge gained from research. Coverage includes basic concepts of research, quantitative and qualitative research designs, ethical issues, statistical concepts, and planning, conducting, and reporting on research. An appendix gives instructions for using SPSS. The text assumes no prior knowledge of statistics or research design. It can be used as a graduate text and with senior undergraduates. It is also appropriate for post-registered nurse degree students returning for a baccalaureate degree. Gillis is professor and chair of the Department of Nursing at St. Francis Xavier University, Nova Scotia. Jackson teaches sociology at St. Francis Xavier University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)