Introduction To Nursing Research

Andree Le May - BSc (Hons) PhD, RGN, PGCE(A), FRSPH. Professor of Nursing, University of Southampton, UKSusan Holmes - BSc (Hons) PhD, SRN, FRSPH, CMS. Director of Research and Development & Professor of Nursing, Canterbury Christ Church University, UK

'Thinking about doing research can be difficult, time consuming and for some overwhelming. This book is a useful partner in breaking this down in to a manageable task.' -- Dr Camille Cronin, University of Essex 'This is a useful introductory text, which is clearly presented and focused to the target audience.The sequencing is effective, with good contextualisation of the content and its relevance to nursing practice...I will recommend it to the library and students.' -- Jenifer Braithwaite, University Campus Suffolk

• Advancing practice through research. Quality of life research: implications for nursing. Dignity in nursing. Pressure ulcers: prevention and care. Asking worthwhile questions for practice. Selecting the right research design to answer your question. Collecting and analysing data - some important principles. Gaining permission for research. Telling people about your research. Using research in practice. Evaluating care.