Nursing research : methods and critical appraisal for evidence-based practice Geri LoBiondo-Wood and Judith Haber

Includes bibliographical references and index.

I. Overview of research and evidence-based practice : Research vignette: Improving supportive care for cancer patients and their families / Ann M. Berger -- Integrating research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement processes / Geri LoBiondo-Wood, Judith Haber -- Research questions, hypotheses, and clinical questions / Judith Haber -- Gathering and appraising the literature / Stephanie Fulton, Barbara Krainovich-Miller -- Theoretical frameworks for research / Melanie McEwen ; II. Processes and evidence related to qualitative research : Research vignette: Program of research on substance use disorders / Marianne T. Marcus -- Introduction to qualitative research / Mark Toles, Julie Barroso -- Qualitative approaches to research / Mark Toles, Julie Barroso -- Appraising qualitative research / Helen J. Streubert ; III. Processes and evidence related to quantitative research : Research vignette: From pressure ulcer prediction to preventive interventions / Nancy Bergstrom -- Introduction to quantitative research / Geri LoBiondo-Wood -- Experimental and quasi-experimental designs / Susan Sullivan-Bolyai, Carol Bova -- Nonexperimental designs / Geri LoBiondo-Wood, Judith Haber -- Systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines / Geri LoBiondo-Wood -- Sampling / Judith Haber -- Legal and ethical issues / Judith Haber, Geri Lobiondo-Wood -- Data collection methods / Susan Sullivan-Bolyai, Carol Bova -- Reliability and validity / Geri LoBiondo-Wood, Judith Haber -- Data analysis: descriptive and inferential statistics / Susan Sullivan-Bolyai, Carol Bova -- Understanding research findings / Geri Lobiondo-Wood -- Appraising quantitative research / Nancy E. Kline ; IV. Application of research: evidence-based practice : Research vignette: Incorporating information and communication technology tools for HIV into practice / Ann Kurth -- Strategies and tools for developing an evidence-based practice / Carl A. Kirton -- Developing an evidence-based practice / Marita Titler -- Quality improvement / Maja Djukic, Mattia J. Gilmartin
Appendices : A randomized, clinical trial of education or motivational-interviewing-based coaching compared to usual care to improve cancer pain management -- The influence of maternal-fetal attachment and health practices on neonatal outcomes in low-income, urban women -- The experiences of nurse practitioners providing health care to the homeless -- Couple functioning and post-traumatic stress symptoms in US army couples: the role of resilience -- Follow-up for improving psychological well being for women after a miscarriage (review)

Now in full color, this easy-to-understand textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to nursing research concepts and methods. Evidence-based practice is emphasized throughout, with clear guidelines for evaluating research and applying scientific evidence to practice