Essentials of Nursing Research Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice

by Polit, Denise; Beck, Cheryl

• ISBN13: 9781975141851
• ISBN10: 1975141857
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781975171667
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781496351296
• Edition: 10th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-03-18
• Publisher: LWW

About This Book

Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice

ISBN: 9781975141851

Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice is the world's most widely used nursing research textbook, designed to equip students with everything they need to confidently apply research to nursing practice. This tenth edition, written by renowned authors Denise Polit and Cheryl Beck, clarifies the language of nursing research and instills a practical understanding of nursing research fundamentals and the research process for both quantitative and qualitative studies.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by nursing students and educators in various educational settings. It serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the principles of nursing research, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of evidence-based practice in nursing.

History and Editions

The tenth edition of Essentials of Nursing Research has been updated to incorporate the latest clinical insights and approaches to research. This edition familiarizes students with increasingly important considerations in today’s nursing practice, including the involvement of patients and stakeholders in translating research evidence to local settings. The book also appraises not only the rigor of research designs and methods but also the relevance and applicability of practice-based evidence, making it an essential tool for local quality improvement (QI) projects.

Author and Other Works

Denise Polit and Cheryl Beck are the authors of Essentials of Nursing Research. Denise Polit is known for her expertise in nursing research methods, while Cheryl Beck brings her experience in qualitative research to the text. Both authors have a proven track record of producing high-quality educational resources that are both comprehensive and accessible.

Key Features

• Clear and Approachable Writing: The book features clear, approachable writing that makes difficult ideas easily digestible, even for students with no prior knowledge of technical terms.
• Critical Appraisal Guidelines: Critical Appraisal Guidelines walk students through studies and highlight aspects amenable to evaluation by research consumers.
• Research Examples and Critical Thinking Exercises: The book includes research examples and critical thinking exercises that emphasize important points and sharpen students' critical thinking skills.
• Tips for Translation: Tips help students confidently translate abstract notions of research methods into concrete applications.
• Engaging Visuals: Colorful tables, figures, and examples engage students' attention and reinforce their understanding.
• Chapter Objectives: Chapter Objectives emphasize essential information in each chapter.
• Key Terms: Key Terms familiarize students with common research terms.
• Bulleted Summary Points: Bulleted Summary Points highlight key takeaways at a glance.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781975141851
• eBook: Available through various online retailers
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: LWW (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins)
• Publication Date: March 10, 2021
• Number of Pages: 448 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 9th Edition: Available through LWW and other retailers
• eBook with Access: ISBN-13: 9781975171667
• Related ISBNs:
• 9781975171667
• 9781975177917

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Table of Contents

Part I Overview of Nursing Research and Its Role in Evidence-Based Practice
Chapter 1         Introducing Nursing Research for Evidence-Based Practice
Chapter 2         Understanding Key Concepts and Steps in Quantitative and Qualitative Research
Chapter 3         Reading and Critically Appraising Research Articles 
Chapter 4         Attending to Ethics in Research
 
Part 2 Preliminary Steps in Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Chapter 5         Identifying Research Problems, Research Questions, and Hypotheses
Chapter 6         Finding and Reviewing Research Evidence in the Literature
Chapter 7         Understanding Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks
 
Part 3 Designs and Methods for Qualitative and Quantitative Nursing Research 
Chapter 8         Appraising Quantitative Research Design
Chapter 9         Appraising Sampling and Data Collection in Quantitative Studies 
Chapter 10        Appraising Qualitative Designs and Approaches
Chapter 11        Appraising Sampling and Data Collection in Qualitative Studies
Chapter 12        Understanding Mixed Methods Research, Quality Improvement, and Other Special Types of Research
 
Part 4 Analysis, Interpretation, and Application of Nursing Research
Chapter 13        Understanding Statistical Analysis of Quantitative Data
Chapter 14        Interpreting Quantitative Findings and Evaluating Clinical Significance 
Chapter 15        Understanding the Analysis of Qualitative Data
Chapter 16        Appraising Trustworthiness and Integrity in Qualitative Research
Chapter 17        Learning from Systematic Reviews
Chapter 18        Putting Research Evidence into Practice: Evidence-Based Practice and Practice-Based Evidence 
 
Appendix A Swenson et al., Parents’ Use of Praise and Criticism in a Sample of Young Children Seeking Mental Health Services
 
Appendix B Beck and Watson, Posttraumatic Growth After Birth Trauma
 
Appendix C Bail et al., Cancer-Related Symptoms and Cognitive Intervention Adherence Among Breast Cancer Survivors
 
Appendix D Wilson et al., A Randomized Controlled Trial of an Individualized Preoperative Education Intervention for Symptom Management After Total Knee Arthroplasty
 
Critical Appraisal of Wilson and Colleagues’ Study
Glossary
Index