Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research

Name: Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9781032539546
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A Practical Guide for Evidence-based Practice

By Lisa McKenna and Beverley Copnell

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Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research presents a unique approach to teaching the principles of health research through practical case studies. These case studies enable nurses and midwives to engage with and gain the skills necessary to read and understand reports, evaluate the quality of research,... Read More

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Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research

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This book presents a unique approach to teaching the principles of health research using practical case studies with which nurses and midwives can engage to gain the skills to read and understand reports, evaluate the quality of research, synthesise different studies and be able to evaluate its effectiveness when applied to clinical practice.

Description

Fundamentals of Nursing and Midwifery Research presents a unique approach to teaching the principles of health research through practical case studies. These case studies enable nurses and midwives to engage with and gain the skills necessary to read and understand reports, evaluate the quality of research, synthesise different studies, and assess their effectiveness when applied to clinical practice.

The book covers core concepts and principles, including the following:

What evidence is and why understanding research is vital
Finding reliable sources of evidence
The nature of the research process
Understanding quantitative and qualitative research
Ethical considerations
Using research to guide clinical practice

Throughout the book, activities, summaries, and review questions help ground theory in real-life scenarios, demonstrating how evidence-based practice can be applied in every aspect of nursing and midwifery care. It is designed for nurses and midwives, from those just beginning their studies to qualified practitioners undertaking their first research projects.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781032539546

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 January 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: 12 Tables, black and white; 4 Line drawings, black and white; 4 Illustrations, black and white

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 512g

Pages: 180

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About the Author

Lisa McKenna is Professor and Dean in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Melbourne. She has researched widely, particularly in the areas of nursing, midwifery and health professional education and workforce, and published over 250 refereed peer-reviewed journal articles along with a number of textbooks. Lisa’s research expertise incorporates a range of methodologies, including quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods.

Beverley Copnell is Associate Professor in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Melbourne. Before entering academia, she worked in paediatric intensive care, a field in which she maintains an active interest. She is a member of the editorial board of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and an editor of Collegian: The Australian Journal of Nursing Practice, Scholarship and Research. She has a long-standing interest in promoting research and evidence-based practice in nursing.