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Parahoo, K (2014). Nursing Research: Principles, Process and Issues. 3rd ed. Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillian . p122 - 123.

Research can be used in many methods, for example: questionnaires, television, leaflets, books etc. it allows us to keep up to date on the new findings or discoveries e.g. a new type of cancer or a new vaccination. Research is the investigation into

WHAT IS RESEARCH? It is a planned process whereby information is collected for a specific purpose, analysed and reported.

According to Depoy and Gittin, research is a way individuals think about problems in systematic way. Research is generally described as description, exploration, analysis, prediction and problem solving. There are different types of research and these researches are called the experiments, quasi-experiments and non-experiments. The purpose of research is to provide the insight to practice, it also enhance individuals understanding as well as developing new approaches with different topics, get to test your research for effectiveness. Understanding research is important because it helps to build individuals knowledge bases and informs decision making in practice. Research also enable us to make sure that our practice are up to date with relevant information.

IX. Identify problems and solutions with your plan (develop it) and also your aims and objectives:

“Applied Nursing Research presents original, peer-reviewed research findings clearly and directly for clinical applications in all nursing specialties” (Applied Nursing Research, n.d., p. 1).

Use the two articles assigned by your facilitator to identify the following data collection, analysis, and measurement elements for the studies. Limit each box to no more than three sentences.

This paper will address and evaluate the research problem itself, the design of the study, the sample, how the data is collected, its limitations, and its findings. Furthermore, how does this study impact the overall nursing process?

Research is comprised of data which give the reader some understanding of the subject matter. In order for a reader to completely gain a full comprehension of this information, they must understand key terms. The following list of definition is provided to supply the reader with a better understanding of the findings.

Nursing research has been a part of nursing practice for many years, consisting of both qualitative and quantitative research; it is essential in guiding nursing practice. Many nurses have a baseline understanding of research in general, but it is important for the researcher to understand their own values and beliefs when determining the type of research they will be performing. By understanding the differences between epistemology, methodology, and methods, the researcher can confidently conduct a valid research project.

According to Houser, nursing research is the process that provides us with “unbiased, trustworthy answers to question about nursing practice.” (Houser, 2015). It is the evidence utilized in evaluating and implementing best practice and outcomes. “Research is one of the central tenets that defines a profession” (Houser, 2015). Nurses should incorporate research into their practice for many reasons. It provides the scientific evidence and knowledge that enables the nurse to effectively communicate and collaborate with physicians and members of the health care to provide the best possible outcome for the patients. Nurses are in a unique position to participate in research through data collection, implementation, and evaluation through

Houser, J. (2012). Nursing research: reading, using, and creating evidence. (2nd ed.). Boston: Jones & Bartlett.

Houser, J. (2015). Nursing research: Reading, using, and creating evidence (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett.

A research problem is defined as a statement made about the area of concern. It is also known as a ‘troubling’ question which is identified in scholarly literature, as well as in practice or in theory and leads to an important understanding and measured investigation. The research problem or phenomenon which is used in many qualitative research

In this assignment I will be writing about the importance of research in nursing considering history of nursing and the difference between how research is performed nowadays. I will also be defining different types of research such as quantitative and qualitative research and giving an example of a nursing based research study that was carried out and how it is important to nursing presently.