Mixed methods research

Mixed methods research involves the use of qualitative and quantitative data in a single research project. It represents an alternative methodological approach, combining qualitative and quantitative research approaches, which enables nurse researchers to explore complex phenomena in detail. This ar...

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Published inNursing standard Vol. 29; no. 32; pp. 41 - 47
Main Authors Halcomb, Elizabeth, Hickman, Louise
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England RCNi 08.04.2015
Subjects
Data collection
Data Collection - methods
Data Collection - standards
Humans
Methods
Nursing
Qualitative research
Research Design
Research methodology
Researchers
Studies
United Kingdom
multi-method research
research design
nursing research
Mixed methods research
qualitative research
quantitative research
rigour
research methodology
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Summary:Mixed methods research involves the use of qualitative and quantitative data in a single research project. It represents an alternative methodological approach, combining qualitative and quantitative research approaches, which enables nurse researchers to explore complex phenomena in detail. This article provides a practical overview of mixed methods research and its application in nursing, to guide the novice researcher considering a mixed methods research project.
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ISSN:0029-6570
2047-9018
DOI:10.7748/ns.29.32.41.e8858