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Mixing methodology, nursing theory and research design for a practice model of district nursing advocacy

Nurse ResearcherPublished 22 January 2016
Frances M. Reed, Les Fitzgerald, Melanie Rae
Citations6
SJR quartileQ3
SJR score0.43
SNIP2.32

TL;DR

Mixed methods research that creatively combines philosophical and theoretical elements to guide design in the particular ethical situation of community end of life care can be used to explore an emerging field of interest and test the findings for evidence to guide quality nursing practice.

Abstract

Combining philosophy and nursing theory to guide mixed methods research design increases the opportunity for sound research outcomes that can inform a nursing model of care.

Keywords

MedicineHealth Professions