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Abstract

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.

Details

Title
Mixed methods research
Author
Halcomb, Elizabeth; Hickman, Louise
First page
41
Publication year
2015
Publication date
Apr 8, 2015
Publisher
RCNi
ISSN
00296570
e-ISSN
20479018
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
DOI
https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.29.32.41.e8858
ProQuest document ID
1785222694
Copyright
Copyright: 2012 (c)2012 RCN Publishing Company Ltd. All rights reserved. Not to be copied, transmitted or recorded in any way, in whole or part, without prior permission of the publishers.