Characteristics of Research

Roles in Nursing Research

• Member of the Research Team contributes directly to study design and execution.
• Identifiers of researchable problems pinpoint areas needing further investigation.
• Evaluators assess research findings to determine validity and reliability.
• Users apply research findings in practical settings for improved health outcomes.
• Patient or client advocates ensure patient perspectives are considered during studies.
• Subjects in studies provide firsthand information and responses relevant to research questions.

Characteristics of Research (COGIE)

• Controlled: Studies must eliminate specific constraints to enhance precision.
• Orderly and systematic: Research follows logical steps to ensure progression and clarity.
• Generalization: Findings should be applicable to larger populations beyond the study sample.
• Intensive: An in-depth approach is taken to cover all study aspects comprehensively.
• Empirical: Relies on objective reality as the foundation for knowledge acquisition.

Tasks of Nursing Research (IDEEPC)

• Identification: Recognizes situations requiring clarification within healthcare settings.
• Description: Analyzes relationships among variables within the study.
• Exploration: Investigates specific questions to uncover underlying issues.
• Explanation: Investigates reasons behind phenomena, seeking deeper understanding.
• Prediction and Control: Anticipates future events and devises strategies to mitigate impacts.

Importance of Research

• Helps describe populations, improving understanding of groups or situations.
• Facilitates comparisons between different conditions or populations for insight.
• Provides necessary information for decision-making in healthcare practices.

Characteristics of a Good Research Problem

• Relevance: Must contribute significantly to knowledge and development, deserving the investment of resources.
• Feasibility: Requires adequate expertise, subjects, and manageable scope within budget and time constraints.
• Clarity: Should be specific and unambiguous, focusing on a limited aspect of a phenomenon.

Types of Research Literature in Nursing

• Subjective literature includes primary texts like books.
• Research literature consists of academic journals and published studies.
• Gray literature encompasses non-peer-reviewed sources like magazines and brochures.

Uses of Gray Literature

• Offers detailed accounts and discussions often overlooked in formal publications.
• Provides unique findings that may not be available in traditional research literature.

Literature Review Purpose

• A well-structured review identifies and resolves issues within a field of study.
• Exposes gaps in knowledge and highlights areas needing further research.
• Clarifies terms and concepts, facilitating a better understanding of the subject.

Research Methodologies

• Quantitative Research: Aims to explain, control, and predict based on measurable variables, yielding numerical data.
• Qualitative Research: Focuses on understanding human experiences and interpretations, generating narrative data.

Key Research Components

• Variable: Represents any aspect of interest that can change or vary in response to different conditions.
• Importance of a strong introduction: Should capture interest and establish context for the study, often using the T-I-O-C format for guidance.

This quiz covers the essential characteristics of research, emphasizing the roles individuals play in the research process. From identifying research problems to evaluating findings, it highlights the importance of each role. Understanding these facets is crucial for anyone involved in conducting or utilizing research.