NURSING PROBLEMS IN THE CLINICAL AREA

As you begin your Literature Review search for the Week 1 assignment, I want to share some information with you to assist you in knowing the difference. This is very important. The Week 1 paper, sets the course for Week 2, 3, and 5 papers.

In the Week 1 paper, you will have to find three quantitative and three qualitative research articles, for a total of six articles.

Week 2 - You will write a Qualitative research critique using 2 of the 3 Qualitative articles from the Week 1 Literature Review Table

Week 3 - You will write a Quantitative research critique using 2 or the 3 Qualitative articles from the Week 1 Literature Review Table

Week 5 - You will provide a comprehensive document, Research Critiques, and PICOT Statement Final Draft

So, it is pertinent that you know how to tell the difference between qualitative and quantitative research. Please review the image below, it notes the differences between the two methods.

When conducting your search, first begin by reading the Abstract, esp the Methods and Results. If it a Qualitative study, then it will state either interviews or direct observations, textual or visual analysis (eg from books or videos) and interviews (individual or group). However, the most common methods used, particularly in healthcare research, are interviews and focus groups. Qualitative data is recorded and transcribed. Qualitative data analysis involves review of transcribed data to identify common themes.

If it is Quantitative design, instruments, surveys, or tools are used to collect data, typically using a scale such a Likert. Quantitative data is analyzed statistically often using SPSS software