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BNS 222: Nursing Research I

An introduction to research methodology, covering the core concepts, systematic processes, and ethical considerations for conducting research in nursing.

Course Content

Explore the detailed topics covered in Nursing Research I.

Key Concepts in Research

Concept of Research Problem Identification & Definition Research Design Types of Research Sampling Methods Qualitative vs. Quantitative

Systematic Research Process

Instrument Design & Pilot Study Data Collection & Coding Statistical Methods & Data Analysis Report Writing Dissemination of Findings

Principles of Research Proposal Development

Problem Identification Literature Review Hypothesis Formulation Research Design & Methods Protocol Development & Budget Ethical Considerations

Components of the Research Report

Introduction & Background Literature Review Methodology Results & Discussions Conclusions References & Acknowledgement

Key References

A selection of key texts and resources cited in this course unit.

  1. Polit, DF, & Beck, CT, (2009). Essentials of Nursing Research: Lippincott Williams
  2. Burns & Grove. (2003). Understanding Nursing Research: (3rd Ed); Philadelphia: Saunders.
  3. Goddard S & Melville (2001). Research Methodology: An Introduction. Lansdowne: Juta.
  4. LoBiondo-Wood, G., & Haber, J. (2006). Nursing research: Mosby.
  5. Polit & Beck. (2004) Nursing Research: Principles and Methods: Lippincott Williams.
  6. Chan, Z, CY (2010) Clinical Research Issues in Nursing: Nova Science Publishers Inc.
  7. Parahoo, K. (2006) Nursing Research: Principles, Process and Issues: Palgrave.
  8. Cutcliffe & Ward, M. (2007). Critiquing Nursing Research: Quay Books, Mark Allen
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