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About the Book

The book has been written as per the syllabus of Indian Council for BSc Nursing, Post Basic BSc Nursing and MSc Nursing programs.
It is an excellent attempt to portray systematic, comprehensive and updated contents in the field of nursing research and statistics.
The added contents are reviewed by experts in the field of nursing and research, and are based on scientifically valid references.
The writing style is designed to be easy going. Concepts are introduced carefully and systematically, difficult ideas are written in understandable language to grasp early.
Each chapter includes one or more concrete research examples to sharpen the reader’s critical thinking and understanding. The examples are applied and easy going to stimulate ideas for a study.
Provides clear concise information of current concepts and recent changes in nursing research and statistics.
Enclosed easy and user-friendly diagrams to understand the contents in-depth.
Separate chapter of statistics studies at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Includes practical tips to make the contents easier to understand and comprehend for the nursing students
Contents are presented in a logical and systematic way in order to make understanding simple.
A detailed glossary and comprehensive index are provided for accessing information quickly.

About the Author

Rajesh Kumar RN RM MSc (N) PGD Statistics



Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction to Nursing Research 1 • Introduction to Research • Problem-Solving Method • Scientific Method and Research • Methods of Acquiring Knowledge in Nursing • Research and Nursing Research • History of Nursing Research • Types of Research • Scope and Areas of Nursing Research • Importance of Research in Nursing • Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Chapter 2: Research Problem, Research Question and Hypothesis 27 • Introduction • Research Problem vs Problem Statement • Sources of Research Problem • Steps of Identifying a Research Problem • Components of a Problem Statement • Research Question • Variables • Operational Definitions • Formulation of Research Objectives • Hypothesis Chapter 3: The Research Process: Overview 45 • Introduction • Fundamental Research Terms • Quantitative Research Process: Overview • Steps in Qualitative Study Chapter 4: Ethical Issues in Research 53 • Introduction • Code of Ethics • Ethical Principles for Protecting Human Rights • Measures to Protect the Rights of Study Participants • Ethical Issues in Animal Research Chapter 5: Review of Literature 61 • Introduction • Definitions • Characteristics of Quality Review • Factors Affecting Literature Review • Need/Purposes of Literature Review • Importance of Literature Review Contents x Nursing Research and Statistics • Types of Literature Review • Sources of Literature Review • Steps of Literature Review • Organization of Literature Review • Tips for Literature Review Chapter 6: Theories and Conceptual Models in Research 76 • Introduction • Terminology of Theory • Conceptual Framework • Nature and Types of Theories • Importance of Theory, Models and Framework in Research • Types of Theory and Corresponding Research • Relationship between Theory, Research and Practice • Process of Conceptual Framework Development Chapter 7: Research Designs 89 • Introduction • Experimental Research Designs • True Experimental Designs • Quasi-experimental Designs • Pre-experimental Designs • Nonexperimental Designs • Survey Research • Other Important Research Designs • Phenomenology • Ethnography • Grounded Theory • Historical Research • Case Study • Action Research Chapter 8: Sample and Sampling Techniques 134 • Introduction • Sampling Terms • Importance of Sampling in Research • Characteristics/Features of a Good Sample • Types of Sampling Techniques • Factors Affecting Sampling/Sample Size Chapter 9: Data Collection Methods in Research 153 • Introduction • Purposes of Data Collection • Types of Data • Sources of Data • Data Collection Methods • Validity and Reliability • Pilot Study/Feasibility Study Contents xi Chapter 10: Data Analysis and Interpretation 199 • Introduction • Statistical Procedures • Levels of Measurement (Scales of Measurement) • Frequency Distribution • Normal Distribution Curve • Measure of Central Tendency • Measures of Dispersion/Variability • Data Processing • Data Presentation • Inferential Statistics • Testing Hypothesis • Qualitative Data Analysis Chapter 11: Communication and Dissemination of Research Findings 233 • Introduction • Communication of Research Findings • Research Report • Critical Appraisal of Research (Research Critique) • Research Proposal • Research and Publication Misconduct • Research Utilization (RU) • Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) • Barriers to Research Utilization • Facilitating Research Utilization Chapter 12: Introduction to Statistics 253 • Introduction • Characteristics of Statistics • Functions of Statistics • Common Statistical Terms • Levels of Measurement • Descriptive and Inferential Statistics • Methods of Data Presentation • Measures of Central Tendency • Measure of Dispersion or Variability • Normal Distribution Curve • Coefficient of Correlation(r) • Hypothesis Testing • Parametric and Nonparametric Tests • Tests of Significance • Chi-Square Test (c)2 • t-Test • Z-test • Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) • Selection of Statistical Packages Appendices 301 Glossary 315 Index 335


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9789352500154
  • Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers Pvt. Ltd.
  • Publisher Imprint: Jaypee
  • Edition: 1
  • Language: English
  • Width: 171 mm
  • ISBN-10: 9352500156
  • Publisher Date: 2016
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 241 mm
  • No of Pages: 356


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